Question 1

im having my gallbladder surgery 3-3-14 monday. i was wondering if i could dye my hair before than. would it be ok?

Accepted Answer

Dye hair: It is not a good idea to dye your hair just before surgery.  You could have some reaction to the dye that would interfer with the surgery plans.

Question 2

can i wear hair replacement/wig (human hair)  attached with tape (without any use of hair products) during gallbladder surgery ?
thank you?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You should be able to, yes.  Your hair will most likely be covered with a surgical cap during the surgery regardless.

Question 3

i have gallbladder disease with an er of 14%. i occasionally have nausea and vomiting. my concern is that i always feel hungry and the need to eat constantly. hair loss as well. thyroid checked out fine. could it be from the gallbladder?

Accepted Answer

Gall bladder: Hair loss and constant hunger are not symptoms of gall bladder disease. Since your thyroid tests are normal other tests such as blood sugar, iron level   and pregnancy testing(unless this isn't a possibility)can be done. A gastroenterologist should be consulted to evaluate you for other gi issues although gall bladder dysfunction may explain periodic nausea and vomiting.

Question 4

please tell me what to do about weight loss after gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder surgery: Having gallbladder surgery doesn't typically make you lose weight. Maybe a few pounds because you aren't eating a lot after surgery, and maybe a few more pounds because you are not supposed to eat fatty foods, but other than that, gallbladder surgery is not a weight loss operation.

Question 5

i have a low functioning gallbladder can it cause weight loss? also what are the risks of gallbladder surgery? hida scan showed low activity

Accepted Answer

Possible: if GB function is low &lt;20%, then it could be the cause of pain when you eat fatty foods, and some people change diet enough to loose some weight, but not too common. GB surgery done by a surgeon with a laparoscope is an outpatient procedure, most should take under an hour, go home same day.  There are some serious and rare risks, please talk to your surgeon about it.

Question 6

is it normal to be losing hair after weight loss surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This typically results from not eating enough protein.  Usually this will get better with supplants of protein.  Ask nutritionist at your bariatric  program.

Question 7

is there a surgery for hair loss?

Accepted Answer

No.: No. But there is surgery for "baldness". This is to remove the bald part of the scalp and pull the hairy part together. This is called bald spot reduction.

Question 8

had major surgery & want to minimize hair loss if it happens. dr. said take 10 mcg biotin. is this right dose & does biotin really help with hair loss?

Accepted Answer

Doubt it: Biotin deficiency is rare, but can occur in persons with genetic mutations, on long-term antibiotics or anti-convulsants, or who eat a lot of raw egg whites. There is no good evidence that this easily available, over-the-counter supplement is the magic potion to grow hair or prevent hair loss. Biotin is safe to take at normal recommended doses (the Mayo Clinic website recommends 30-100 mcg a day).

Question 9

how to stop hair loss 3 1/2 months after gastric sleeve surgery?

Accepted Answer

Normal: This is totally normal and will resolve on its own. It is known as telogen effluvium-which in plain english is hair loss that occurs approximately 3 months after a stressful event such as surgery, weight loss, giving birth or a stressful event. Sometimes people prescribe topical Minoxidil which is over the counter to help it resolve faster. However it will resolve on its own.

Question 10

is it likely a post menopausal woman will have hair loss after a  robotic laparoscopic hysterectomy. surgery time was 1 hour.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any woman is likely to experience hair loss after hysterectomy. A dermatologist can help you.

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A member asked:

Im having my gallbladder surgery 3-3-14 monday. i was wondering if i could dye my hair before than. would it be ok?

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Can i wear hair replacement/wig (human hair) attached with tape (without any use of hair products) during gallbladder surgery ? thank you?

A member asked:

I have gallbladder disease with an er of 14%. i occasionally have nausea and vomiting. my concern is that i always feel hungry and the need to eat constantly. hair loss as well. thyroid checked out fine. could it be from the gallbladder?

A member asked:

Please tell me what to do about weight loss after gallbladder surgery?

A member asked:

I have a low functioning gallbladder can it cause weight loss? also what are the risks of gallbladder surgery? hida scan showed low activity

A member asked:

Is it normal to be losing hair after weight loss surgery?

A member asked:

Is there a surgery for hair loss?

A member asked:

Had major surgery & want to minimize hair loss if it happens. dr. said take 10 mcg biotin. is this right dose & does biotin really help with hair loss?

A member asked:

How to stop hair loss 3 1/2 months after gastric sleeve surgery?

A member asked:

Is it likely a post menopausal woman will have hair loss after a robotic laparoscopic hysterectomy. surgery time was 1 hour.

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