I too am having hair loss ...enough to freak me out..so while researching I found this from a bariatric doctor... www.lapsf.com/dr-cirangle-chat-transcript-10-february-2005.php In your opinion, is there any way to slow down or prevent hair loss after RNY surgery? Yes. Make sure you get your protein each day (80-100 grams). In addition certain vitamins also seem to help. Biotin 300 mcgs, zinc 50mg, coEnzyme Q10 100-200mg, primrose oil 500mg and finally flax seed or fish oil (omega fatty acids). The good news is that the hair loss is temporary - when you hit your goal weight it should all come back.

I haven't posted on the weigh-in's before...but I thought I'd give it a try. I usually weigh myself everyday, but have my little "official" weigh-in's on Tuesdays. Weight at surgery: 358 lbs Today's weight: 278 lbs Total: 80 lbs This week: 8 lbs I've had the flu and bronchitis this week. I have been losing about 3-4 pounds a week, sometimes only 2 pounds. This week is off because I've been too sick to eat ANYTHING!!

I noticed as I was combing my hair out this AM that there were much more strands in the comb than has been.....UGHHH...I fear it is starting... a few years ago my mom went on Weigh****chers and Lost 70 pounds fairly quick, she lost a large amount of hair and it looked very brittle, I then remember telling her to "up" her protein, she was mainly eating fruits & veggies, I have read a lot of OH members say they got in all they're protein & vitamins and that did not help, I think No matter what we're going to lose it because of the trauma of surgery and Rapid weight loss...

I can absolutely tell when I wash and brush my hair that alot more is coming out. Actually, this has gotten worse within the last week. My surgeon ( Dr. Lord ) said it usually starts at 3 months post-op. I went to my dermatologist last week and he upped my Biotin to 4000 mg a day. He had me on 2000 a day aleady. Biotin is great for helping with hair loss. Another thing he said to do is not to worry about it. Well... that's easy for him to say. The bad thing about me is I started out with thin baby fine hair and I don't have any to spare!! I do get all my protein so all I can do is hang in there. I did go out and buy the cutest wig so when it gets really bad I can wear it. I have worn it a couple of times out shopping and it's funny... people say how cute of a haircut I have and it's not my hair. That may be an option for you if it gets really bad. Just remember its grows back!! Hope this helps some. By the way, I love your doggy avatar. It's too cute!! Mary

Hi everyone! Another week gone by ......fast fast fast! highest weight- 254 day of surgery- 221 today's weight- 171 total loss 83 lbs woooohooooo!!! Have a great week!!