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I didn't lose hair. It grows at a much shorter rate, and I think it's thinner than it used to be, but I didn't lose any.

Actually, I did "lose" a massive square of belly hair that they shaved off for the surgery (which I didn't learn until afterwards).

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On ‎5‎/‎7‎/‎2018 at 7:03 AM, James Marusek said:

Many people experience hair loss. For many people their Hair loss stops when they reach the maintenance phase and they experience hair restoration. Some individuals mention that the texture of their hair changes after recovery. I did not experience hair loss. But I use a product called Juvenon, which is available over the internet. It helps to keep my mitochondria healthy.

My dad used to take that when he had cancer, he said it gave him quite a boost after chemo as well

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My sister had VSG a couple years ago and never experienced Hair loss but she was on point with eating a nutrient rich diet and a taking supplements.

I lost lots of hair after having both of my babies. It was annoying but not to the point where my hair was obviously thinning. The regrowth is the annoying part. I hope that if I do lose hair when I get my VSG in a couple weeks its on the same level as that or less.

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I have very very thick hair! I have always shed hair a bit. I have not noticed any difference in my hairs thickness and still get it thinned out when I get my haircut. My Protein and Vitamins are on point though and have been since day 1.

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I have not had my procedure yet and I go through periods of Hair loss because of my crohns and malnutrition from that. I found that monta hair products are awesome and my hair has grown back thicker and wonderful. FYI I do not sell the stuff lmao. But it is so pricey I spend $100 on Shampoo and conditioner and another $100 on Vitamins. It is worth every penny. I was so sceptical at first but now I am mot


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PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE everyone google the research on LLysine I've put it in every thread about Hair loss I could I have been taking it from the start and so far minimal hair loss (plus Vitamin and Protein levels all good)
Don't know if this is what is doing it for sure or genetics or the combination but ...

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PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE everyone google the research on LLysine I've put it in every thread about hair loss I could I have been taking it from the start and so far minimal hair loss (plus Vitamin and Protein levels all good)Don't know if this is what is doing it for sure or genetics or the combination but ...

My surgery was April 25. I've had the same hair stylist for the last 20 years. I informed her I was having surgery and to expect some hair loss. This was taken yesterday and my hair is growing and is very healthy. I also get my hair washed, treated and styled every two weeks religiously. I don't even own a comb or brush [emoji53]20160624_192248.thumb.jpg.83246e01b3ae584d6ad773aa1f69b423.jpg

HW: 256

SW: 238(4/25/18)

CW: 224

GW: 165

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1 hour ago, browneyez42 said:

My surgery was April 25. I've had the same hair stylist for the last 20 years. I informed her I was having surgery and to expect some hair loss. This was taken yesterday and my hair is growing and is very healthy. I also get my hair washed, treated and styled every two weeks religiously. I don't even own a comb or brush [emoji53]20160624_192248.thumb.jpg.83246e01b3ae584d6ad773aa1f69b423.jpg

HW: 256

SW: 238(4/25/18)

CW: 224

GW: 165

dont want to worry you but most people report loss starting 3 months out. Only a few lose immediately idk why and even fewer can claim no loss at all.

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My Hair loss didn’t start until 4 months post-op. If you’re one of the very lucky few that doesn’t happen to, then I envy you. I will be 6 months post-op Monday and my hair is still falling out. I take Biotin and Protein and Vitamins everyday.. it’s just part of the process

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dont want to worry you but most people report loss starting 3 months out. Only a few lose immediately idk why and even fewer can claim no loss at all.

I'm not worried at all. Thanks

HW: 256
SW: 238(4/25/18)
CW: 224
GW: 165

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My Hair loss didn’t start until 4 months post-op. If you’re one of the very lucky few that doesn’t happen to, then I envy you. I will be 6 months post-op Monday and my hair is still falling out. I take Biotin and Protein and Vitamins everyday.. it’s just part of the process

If it happens, we'll deal with it. If it doesn't happen, I'm good. I just look at things differently. Thanks for the information.

HW: 256
SW: 238(4/25/18)
CW: 224
GW: 165

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3 minutes ago, browneyez42 said:


If it happens, we'll deal with it. If it doesn't happen, I'm good. I just look at things differently. Thanks for the information.

HW: 256
SW: 238(4/25/18)
CW: 224
GW: 165

Seems like you have a bit of an attitude. You can look at them however you want.. I went thru my 3rd month post-op and thought I was one of the lucky ones that beat it, but I was wrong. My hair dresser has been doing my hair for 25 years and I have always had very very thick, long and healthy hair.. now I have thinned and dull looking hair. No matter how many grams of Protein, bitoin and Vitamins and Water you are taking in a day, is not going to stop it if it’s going to happen. I have been taking Biotin for years and 3 months before surgery I was taking in 70-100 grams of protein. I still never get less than 70 a day and my hair is falling out. Like I said, it’s part of the process. No need to have an attitude with people that are telling you what to expect.

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Seems like you have a bit of an attitude. You can look at them however you want.. I went thru my 3rd month post-op and thought I was one of the lucky ones that beat it, but I was wrong. My hair dresser has been doing my hair for 25 years and I have always had very very thick, long and healthy hair.. now I have thinned and dull looking hair. No matter how many grams of Protein, bitoin and Vitamins and Water you are taking in a day, is not going to stop it if it’s going to happen. I have been taking Biotin for years and 3 months before surgery I was taking in 70-100 grams of Protein. I still never get less than 70 a day and my hair is falling out. Like I said, it’s part of the process. No need to have an attitude with people that are telling you what to expect.

I don't have an attitude. I thanked you for the information. I just tend to look at things differently.

HW: 256
SW: 238(4/25/18)
CW: 224
GW: 165

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I just realized my original comment was not clear... I use LLsyine an amino acid supplement and so far minimal Hair loss im 6 months post op

I've heard other people used it and have had great results too.

HW: 256
SW: 238(4/25/18)
CW: 224
GW: 165

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