Hey, Ive only been banded for 2 1/2 weeks and Im worried about hair loss. My hair has thinned out on top a lot and dont really want to lose any more. Can I hear from those NOT losing hair and what theyve done?

I have pretty regular hair loss since being banded, but it is not outwardly noticeable. My biggest complaint is that it gets on my clothes and all over the bathroom floor. My Doc assures me that it is temporary. Biotin did not seem to have an effect on the rate of hair loss. I will try the Vit D3 next. I am nine months out, and I can see new growth at about the same rate as I lose it. I should point out that I've experienced hair loss at other times in my life. After my kids were born, with certain medications (esp. BC)...Thank goodness I was born with a mane!

10 weeks post op and no hair loss. Basically I take a Viactiv multi-Vitamin and 1 Viactiv calcium chew per day. I have 1/2-1 cup of skim milk per day. I make sure to get at least 65-75 grams of Protein per day. My calories range from 900-1200 per day. My weight loss averages 2-3 pounds per week.

Don't know what is helping me keep my hair, but has to one of these.

Thanks for all the information. I really appreciate it. Especially the amt of calories and protein daily.

I am about almost 11 months out...my hair was falling out fast and furiously...almost in clumps until about a month ago. I've been told it's from your body undergoing surgery and also weight loss. I'm not sure. I have taken biotin and any other supplement I can get my hand on..not sure if it's made a difference but it seems to have subsided. I hope so. I think it's naturall and will subside....so hang in there you worried ones...Happy New Year! Wishing you all the best and success with your new life.