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

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

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.

Answered 4/14/2015

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Vitamin deficiency: You may have a shotage of fatty acids or a vitamin deficiency.. A bariatric center of excellence should have info on staying healthy during weight loss. Ask your surgeon.

Answered 11/27/2017

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