Nutrition9 May 20269 minutes

Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery: A Guide to Prevention and Treatment

Hair loss after sleeve gastrectomy or bypass is common but temporary. A guide to the causes of telogen effluvium, prevention with protein and vitamins, and when it will grow back.

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Sleeve Gastrectomy

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