December 2010 in “Bariatric Nursing and Surgical Patient Care”
Hair loss after bariatric surgery can be reduced by staying hydrated, eating enough protein, taking vitamins, managing stress, and possibly using biotin.
The user has been using 1 mg finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, 1 biotinvitamin, and a 0.5 mm dermaroller for hair loss treatment since April. They've seen progress but experienced a shedding event in October, and are hoping for increased density in the coming months.
The conversation discusses various supplements and vitamins like Vitamin D3, K2, Biotin, Iron, Zinc, and B Vitamins for improving hair health. It also mentions a combination of Tocotrienols, Pycnogenol, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Stinging Nettle, and Myricetin for stabilizing hair, with Saw Palmetto, Pygeum, and Stinging Nettle noted for thickening hair despite side effects.
A 20-year-old shared their experience of reversing hair loss without using minoxidil or finasteride, instead relying on supplements like biotin, collagen, fish oil, saw palmetto, and various vitamins. They emphasized the importance of a balanced supplement schedule and noted improvements in hair health without experiencing additional shedding.
Hair loss treatment with latanoprost, minoxidil, and biotin showed progress. Latanoprost, a glaucoma drug, stimulates anagen phase and increases conversion of vellus hair to terminal hair.
The user started oral minoxidil in February 2025 and noticed hair improvement, but paused due to pregnancy. They experienced minimal shedding and some facial hair growth as a side effect.