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Feb 16, 2010

Major Hair Loss After Ostomy Surgery - Insights?

This topic is about experiencing significant hair loss after undergoing ostomy surgery. The person who shared their experience noticed this change about a month after their surgery and is seeking advice on how to manage and possibly reverse the hair loss. Here are some insights and suggestions that might be helpful:

1. It's quite common to experience hair loss, often referred to as "shock" hair loss, a few months after major surgeries like an ostomy. This is usually temporary, and hair growth often returns to normal as the body recovers.

2. Various factors can contribute to hair loss, including physical or emotional stress, trauma, menopause, fibromyalgia, and poor nutrition.

3. Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is often recommended by doctors for maintaining healthy hair and skin. Many people have reported a reduction in hair shedding when they started taking a Biotin supplement.

4. It's important to support your overall nutrition after an ostomy. Continuing with a quality multivitamin is beneficial, and adding calcium can help protect your bones, which is particularly important for women.

5. Using shampoos that are specifically formulated for thinning hair might be helpful. Some brands that have been mentioned include:
- Nioxin Shampoo & Conditioner, which the person has already purchased.
- Nano Shampoo, which was suggested by another member.

6. It's important to have realistic expectations. Many people who have experienced hair loss related to ostomy surgery have seen their hair grow back as their bodies healed.
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