Poll: What really works for hair loss?

Anyalee · 03-30-2008, 03:28 PM

Hi everyone! I am at 3.5 months out & I'm starting to lose my hair. For those of you who had this same problem...what worked to get it over quickly & how long did it last for you?

Thanks!

sfeiner · 03-30-2008, 03:37 PM

I haven't had any hair loss and I'm 6 mos out...but you will probably notice that I haven't lost much weight either. I do take extra vitamins and calcium and get lots of protien.

TulipStar · 03-30-2008, 10:13 PM

mine seems to have slowed down in the last week. I started upping the protein.

I always go through shedding periods, so I wasn't sure if I was just shedding or losing hair, but I am pretty sure I was losing hair.

JJB · 03-31-2008, 07:22 AM

I lost about 50% after about the 4th month. Luckily I had very thick hair. It has grown back now. I still shed a lot but not enough that I worry like before. I waisted so much money on Biotin, Nioxin shampoo and protien powders. I finally gave up and it eventually stopped. I just feel bad because so many people waist so much money on all of these products and just from my experiance all it takes is time.

hollyberries · 03-31-2008, 08:49 AM

I am having extensive hair loss for the last month or so. It started at 4 months post op. I am using Biotin, Nioxin & upping my protein. I can't say that I have noticed much of a difference yet but today the drain didn't have as much hair so I guess it might be. I am choosing these options on my doctor's advice and will be getting a hair cut to get about 1" to 1 1/2" off the bottom. It might to stimulate the growth a bit. I haven't had a hair cut in months so it might be time.

I am bummed out about the loss but at the same time I wouldn't trade the 88lbs. back for anything.

Cindy

JohnC · 03-31-2008, 09:56 PM

I'm not banded yet but they told us at the support group you might lose hair from 3 to 6 months post op but you should start getting it back after that.