So I'm somewhat consumed with the possibility of hair loss after banding. I already have some thinning and take Biotin 1000mcg each day along with other supplements. Due to the hair thinning, I have had a variety of lab test that have all been negative. My GP says that it's just hereditary and to keep taking Vitamins.

I have had weight problems most of my life. I have been losing the same 25 to 30 lbs for the last 10 years. I have been trying to do some research while waiting on insurance approval for Lap-band® Surgery. I am 42, female with a BMI of 35 and I have high blood pressure.

I would appreciate any recommendations. Also, does anyone know the percentage of those that have hair loss after banding? Thanks

I'm pretty freaked out about hair loss too. I asked my nutritionist about it and she said that it doesn't happen to everyone, but if it does happen it's going to happen between 50-70lbs lost and it all will grow back. She assured me it's a thinning and not losing in clumps so I'd have a bald spot. She said that eating extra protein won't fix it and recommended the biotin and nioxin (sp?) shampoos you can get from a hairdresser.

Thanks jingleboob, sounds like good information.

Good luck in August with your surgery. Can't wait to hear about it and all of you success. :smile2:

thanks! I'm looking forward to getting the surgery over with! We have a family camping trip this week and then pre-op starts! SO glad I don't have to worry about a pre-op liquid diet in the woods!!!