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By ATLGirl, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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Kalimomof3    613

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Thanks Ebonisekim. I asked this same question on another page and realized I haven't been taking my Iron and that could be the cause. I was never good about taking it pre-op' date=' but since the surgery limits what/how much I eat, my body could really be low on iron now.[/quote']

I do have iron deficiency anemia so that may be the cause.Or at least part of why I experience it still.

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2notbwinded    27

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I have been taking the Biotin before my surgery as well. I am completely natural but I do wear weaves and micros to take the pressure off of staying my natural hair. I also take omegas and now using coconut oil. I have had regular shedding but a lot of growth over the past year. I hope it continues;-)

I have been using Jamaican Black Castor oil on my hair, in addition to my Vitamins. I have heard good things about it from my hairdresser and friends. I also started taking Nature's Bounty Biotin gel cap. They are very small and go down easy. CVS has them on sale buy one get one free.

Thanks ladys... I am due for a straightener, but I'm just going to have rough it out natural for a year cuz I don't want to have to worry about my hair. I want to focus my first year losing this weight and getting fitter! I'll probably rock healthy loose braids or something. ;)

P.S. Thanks for the biotin tip, though I have no idea what it is, i'll do some research. I used to take Omega 3's I'll start again post surgery!

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Momroxx    75

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6 months and counting

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awifeinmichigan    233

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I am Pre-Op and I have been taking Biotin over a year now and just recently stopped to give my hair and nails a biotin break. I got a hair trim 3 months ago and my hair has not grown back and normally grows very fast. Also my nails which were very strong and healthy became brittle. So I am taking a break for a month and I will go back to taking my Biotin. I also take 10.000 mcg. Has anyone had this issue before?

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SheWins1    207

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I am Pre-Op and I have been taking Biotin over a year now and just recently stopped to give my hair and nails a biotin break. I got a hair trim 3 months ago and my hair has not grown back and normally grows very fast. Also my nails which were very strong and healthy became brittle. So I am taking a break for a month and I will go back to taking my Biotin. I also take 10.000 mcg. Has anyone had this issue before?

Wow. I've not heard of that?! It will be interesting to hear what others have to say! Good to hear from you!

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SheWins1    207

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Working my sleeve at 6 months

Lookin good! How much have u lost?!!!! Share your before pic and other stats. Congrats!

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Momroxx    75

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Here you can see my before pics. High blood pressure, type two diabetes..i like to go places and do things but my body was so out of shape I felt miserable because that is not who i was inside. When i was made aware of this surgery and saw the success of others, i made a decision to get it done. As i see the results, I'll admit it I am feeling myself right now.buying cute clothes, going places.But i held myself back because of the weight for sooooo long. i am happy i am getting the results i want. i pray i am able to maintain it and actually live the life God has given me.

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LesIsMore    22

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I am Pre-Op and I have been taking Biotin over a year now and just recently stopped to give my hair and nails a biotin break. I got a hair trim 3 months ago and my hair has not grown back and normally grows very fast. Also my nails which were very strong and healthy became brittle. So I am taking a break for a month and I will go back to taking my Biotin. I also take 10.000 mcg. Has anyone had this issue before?

Do a free hair consultation via hairfinity.com. I did this a while ago and they provided list of products that has helped my shedding, and I'm currently pre-op. Something as simple as adding an egg to your normal conditioner can cease the breakage. They also provided a list of Shampoo ingredients we should avoid. Very helpful.

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awifeinmichigan    233

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Do a free hair consultation via hairfinity.com. I did this a while ago and they provided list of products that has helped my shedding' date=' and I'm currently pre-op. Something as simple as adding an egg to your normal conditioner can cease the breakage. They also provided a list of Shampoo ingredients we should avoid. Very helpful.[/quote']

Thanks a bunch.

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wannabehealthy2    7

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Here you can see my before pics. High blood pressure' date=' type two diabetes..i like to go places and do things but my body was so out of shape I felt miserable because that is not who i was inside. When i was made aware of this surgery and saw the success of others, i made a decision to get it done. As i see the results, I'll admit it I am feeling myself right now.buying cute clothes, going places.But i held myself back because of the weight for sooooo long. i am happy i am getting the results i want. i pray i am able to maintain it and actually live the life God has given me.[/quote']

You look amazing!!! I can't wait for my surgery!!!

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neneh_vsg    44

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Surgery today!

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Momroxx    75

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Surgery today!

Go get' em! Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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