I was banded on October 24th and haven't had my first fill yet. I'm still in the mushy food stage. I take a multi vitamin, calcium and vitamin D everyday. I've always had ultra thick hair. Now I'm noticing it's thinning on top. I'm devastated. My hair has always been my crowning glory. Any suggestions on what I can do to stop this? Or prevent this from happening? Thanks.

Make sure you are getting lots of Protein. I have only been banded for just over a week now, but I lost a pile of hair back when going through divorce. After doctor explained the need for protein and that lack of protein can cause hair loss, I realized back then I was only eating fruits and vegetables, some days nothing due to stress...but all I ate was little to no protein. It was scary to find so much hair on the floor, on the pillow, or floating in the Water in the bathtub. After boosting protein, my hair thickened up back to normal.

Puree some canned Beans or refried beans and add a spoonful to any Soup you make to boost up the protein levels. I have Protein powder to add to my shakes or stir in with some foods to push the protein levels up. Diabetic Boost has higher protein in it as well. The protein also makes you able to go longer without feeling hungry.

I'm taking Biotin as a preventative measure......don't know what the scientific studies show but I figure it can't hurt. I noticed in another thread that a dermatologist can give advice and I think there are some special shampoos out there. Also I have read that the hair comes back so if it does happen don't panic.

Relax. The hair loss will stop around 6-7 months post op. It's more a reaction to the anesthesia than the lapband postop way of eating. It's only temporary.