Hello, I'm 42 and had the lap band surgery back in Jan. of 2005. Recently had issues with reflux and not being able to eat. I had the fill removed from the band. Gained lots of weight. I have celiac, thyroid issues and I'm worried about of all things with gastric bypass surgery is the hair loss. I have beautiful thick hair. I'm in the approval process right now. Wanting to know what anyone knows about hair loss and if there is anything to prevent this from happening. Anything prior to surgery I can stock up on Biotin in my system. Just thought I'd ask this crazy question. Also, want to know how soon a person can drive/go to work after this surgery. I will have the lap band removed and the gastric bypass done in one surgery.

I take Biotin Dots chewables by Twinlab.

Your body does much better with absorbing chewables of any Vitamin.

hair loss can happen in months 4,5,and 6.

Your hair will replenish itself if it falls out any.

I have short hair so what I lost wasn't visible really.

Don't let this worry you.

Good luck with your future surgery.

I'm going back to work in 3 weeks, some have gone back sooner. As far as driving I was told to wait about a week and as long as you're not taking any narcotics. I'm worried about the hair loss too, it think everyone has experienced it done but some more than others.