Common Hair Changes After Bariatric Surgery: A Review

    July 2024 in “ International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences ”
    Elkafas AEL, Hegab DS, Hashish MS, Doghim NN
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    Bariatric surgery, including procedures like duodenal switch, gastric banding, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and sleeve gastrectomy, often results in temporary hair loss, known as telogen effluvium, due to surgical stress, rapid weight loss, and nutritional deficiencies in iron, zinc, vitamin D, and biotin. Over 50% of patients experience this hair loss, impacting mental health and quality of life. Nutritional supplements are recommended to address these deficiencies and reduce hair loss.
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