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I had gastric bypass in 2005 and the past 4 months every time i wash my hair i see hair lose it is more than just a few hairs my hair is getting thin?

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Dr. John Garner answered

Specializes in Cardiology

2.. no 3 thoughts: 1) gastric bypass can cause nutritional deficits depending on the type of procedure. Make sure your nutritionist approves of your current diet. 2) high testosterone states in women can produce excess hair loss - a medicine like spironolactone can help block the testost. Effect, but should be used only after careful consideration. 3) thyroid issues can cause abnormal hair findings.

Answered 11/19/2012

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May be nutrition : Gastric bypass changes how much food you eat and how you up short. Over time, it is possible to get too little of certain essential nutrients. This can result in hair changes and loss of hair. See your doctor for a full checkup to see if you need some type of supplement.

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