Hi everyone. I've had my permanent ileostomy since January 2015. My hair has been pretty consistent for the past seven years until about August. I noticed it was definitely thinner but then it started coming out in the shower at an alarming rate. I had my gallbladder out in September and it definitely got worse after that. Even the woman who cuts my hair noticed a ton coming out when she washed it. Does anyone have any experience with this? I thought it could be a vitamin/mineral absorption issue but why all of a sudden? Stress from another surgery? I'm also still having pain even though my gallbladder is out. That's getting worse, too. I'm googling causes and getting a little concerned. I don't have an appointment with my gastro until February 6 and they can't see me sooner. I guess that's two topics: hair loss and continued pain after gallbladder removal. Please don't scare me - Google did that already🫣 but thanks in advance for any feedback.
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