I get that your hair will fall out quite a bit and there's really nothing you can do....but has anyone ever tried treating with Rogaine before surgery to encourage new hair growth so that your hair looks a little thicker even while it's thinning out? I know a lot of people swear by Biotin, and I'll probably use that, too. But what about Rogaine? Any thoughts or experiences?

Your hair will only fall out if ur not getting enough protein.. I’m 2 weeks out of surgery and I get about 70-90 grams of protein a day

That's not what I've heard, Mark. Most people report losing a ton of hair regardless of their protein intake. Many say it does grow back.

I hope you have good luck and minimal shedding. And I hope I do, too:)

rogain is for male pattern baldness, not really a hair loss cure.

49 minutes ago, jaminator said:

rogain is for male pattern baldness, not really a hair loss cure.

Rogain has been known to prevent hair loss when used as instructed. But, it is also know that when you stop using it, hair loss will progress as before.

Not just for male pattern baldness, women use it to for hair loss.

Now, I have no idea if it will work with hair loss because of rapid weight loss.

11 hours ago, Markg17 said:

Your hair will only fall out if ur not getting enough protein.. I’m 2 weeks out of surgery and I get about 70-90 grams of Protein a day

Not true Markg17. Post surgery hair loss is called telogen effluvium and it’s not known why some people experience it and others do not. But stress is believed to be a major factor in surgery-related hair loss. To reduce the effects of stress on your hair, try to eat a nutritious diet as much as possible and take your vitamins.

Not true Markg17. Post surgery hair loss is called telogen effluvium and it’s not known why some people experience it and others do not. But stress is believed to be a major factor in surgery-related hair loss. To reduce the effects of stress on your hair, try to eat a nutritious diet as much as possible and take your vitamins.

And our nurse says it's not an immediate thing after surgery, it starts around the 100 day mark.

I'm on day 102 and haven't noticed anything abnormal yet. Fingers crossed!

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