Hair falling out...!

marie3221

The biotin (or lack thereof anyway) could be causing this. Go see doc though. When I was in my first trimester, I lost a TON of hair, even though I was taking my vitamins. Also stress, and too much diet soda (several cans a day) can cause this.....both of which I have experienced. But go see the doc to make sure it is nothing serious.

psuLemon

Can you open your food diary? Also, of you stopped biotin, why not start it again to see if that corrects things.

mustgetmuscles1

malnourished or medical issue. Either way doctor visit would be smart.

caracrawford1

....I forgot to add...not only should the op see the Dr, she should, from this point on reduce her deficit to stop this, and since its likely that she lost more muscle than is desirable with the rapid weight loss, her metabolism is probably compromised. She should consult a nutritionist as well as a fitness expert. This is exactly why people should lose weight slowly.

APLAWING

I'll admit I didn't do my research when it comes to how many calories I should have been eating. I just put in the initial info on MFP when I signed up & it told me how many calories to eat for my ht/wt & activity level. It started me out at 1400/day & once I lost 10lbs or so it would knock my calories down to even less. Again, thanks for all of the advice everyone; it's much appreciated. I will be going to the doctor soon to get his opinion. In the meantime I am increasing my daily caloric intake. I have started taking Biotin again & added a daily multi-vitamin.

psuLemon

APLAWING wrote: »

I'll admit I didn't do my research when it comes to how many calories I should have been eating. I just put in the initial info on MFP when I signed up & it told me how many calories to eat for my ht/wt & activity level. It started me out at 1400/day & once I lost 10lbs or so it would knock my calories down to even less. Again, thanks for all of the advice everyone; it's much appreciated. I will be going to the doctor soon to get his opinion. In the meantime I am increasing my daily caloric intake. I have started taking Biotin again & added a daily multi-vitamin.

Good decision. Also, try to increase fats.

braves1girl

I did the exact same thing as you. I was eating 1200 or less and lost the first 15lbs then it took me at least 7 mos to lose 5 more lbs. I was tired, hangry, my hair was falling out, nails were dry/brittle, the whole shebang. I was burning 1000-1500 cals at least 3 days/wk. I couldn't figure out why I wasn't losing, seeing any definition to my body. Then I found the group Eat More 2 Weigh Less on here and it answered all of my questions!!! It was like I was reading my own autobiography!!! IMHO, you are not eating enough! I totally screwed up my metabolism. I did a reset, gained 20+ back and am now slowly losing again. It took me almost a year to get my metabolism back to where it should be. I'm starting to lift heavy weights (well, heavy for me) and walking. Good luck to you! See your doctor and check out EM2WL group here...they are the best!!!

hill8570

APLAWING wrote: »

I'll admit I didn't do my research when it comes to how many calories I should have been eating. I just put in the initial info on MFP when I signed up & it told me how many calories to eat for my ht/wt & activity level. It started me out at 1400/day & once I lost 10lbs or so it would knock my calories down to even less. Again, thanks for all of the advice everyone; it's much appreciated. I will be going to the doctor soon to get his opinion. In the meantime I am increasing my daily caloric intake. I have started taking Biotin again & added a daily multi-vitamin.

Sounds good. Make sure you're meeting or exceeding the default MFP protein macro (which, IMHO, is kind of low to begin with). Fish, shrimp, lean beef (such as sirloin), lowfat yogurts (especially greek-style), and whey powders are all good ways to bump your protein without adding a crapload of calories).

Oh, and congratulations on making it this far! Having the discipline to lose that amount of weight in that short of time is very impressive!

crisb2

I've read a couple of times that with weight losses of 15lbs or more, you can lose some hair, but the problem should correct itself in 3-6 months or something like that.

If it's taking longer or it seems like you're loosing too much hair, go to your doctor.

PaiPug

APLAWING wrote: »

My hair is falling out & thinning rapidly (not breaking off because I can tell by my scalp being visible) & I'm starting to get concerned.

I've been on my diet for about 160 days (1200-1400 cals/day, excercising about 40 mins/day, 3 days/week). The good news is that I've lost about 55lbs & am close to my goal weight. I started at 240 & this morning was 185. But for the past month or two I've noticed a LOT of hair loss when I wash my hair, brush my hair, run my hands thru it, etc. It's long, at least halfway down my back. And I know that losing some every time you wash is normal... but this has been handfuls. I eat plenty of veggis & proteins. I feel like I get adequate nutrients from my food. The only thing that I can possibly think of is when I stopped taking biotin. I had been taking Biotin for my nails to be stronger (a B vitamin for hair & nails) and stopped taking it a few months ago because I couldn't tell that it was doing any good. Now my hair is falling out like crazy... I don't know what to do. Any ideas or advice?

Thanks:)

You don't need to rush to a doctor. You don't have a thyroid disorder, cancer, or whatever. You're not eating enough calories!!! That amount is hardly going to be enough to sustain any adult body, LET ALONE one working out so much. Also, since you are losing so much weight AND building muscle your protein intake should likely be 90 or more. My hair has been falling out the past few weeks and it's directly proportional to me not eating enough protein.

Kalikel

PaigePugmire wrote: »

APLAWING wrote: »

My hair is falling out & thinning rapidly (not breaking off because I can tell by my scalp being visible) & I'm starting to get concerned.

I've been on my diet for about 160 days (1200-1400 cals/day, excercising about 40 mins/day, 3 days/week). The good news is that I've lost about 55lbs & am close to my goal weight. I started at 240 & this morning was 185. But for the past month or two I've noticed a LOT of hair loss when I wash my hair, brush my hair, run my hands thru it, etc. It's long, at least halfway down my back. And I know that losing some every time you wash is normal... but this has been handfuls. I eat plenty of veggis & proteins. I feel like I get adequate nutrients from my food. The only thing that I can possibly think of is when I stopped taking biotin. I had been taking Biotin for my nails to be stronger (a B vitamin for hair & nails) and stopped taking it a few months ago because I couldn't tell that it was doing any good. Now my hair is falling out like crazy... I don't know what to do. Any ideas or advice?

Thanks:)

You don't need to rush to a doctor. You don't have a thyroid disorder, cancer, or whatever. You're not eating enough calories!!! That amount is hardly going to be enough to sustain any adult body, LET ALONE one working out so much. Also, since you are losing so much weight AND building muscle your protein intake should likely be 90 or more. My hair has been falling out the past few weeks and it's directly proportional to me not eating enough protein.

What would you say if your advice not to see a doctor caused someone serious health problems?

If they did have some issue and followed your advice and ended up suffering or dead...what would you say?

Would you say, "Well, there was no way for me to know that! It was so unlikely! And why are they listening to me? It's not my fault! I'm not a doctor! I'm not responsible!"

Liftng4Lis

Seriously, I would have already been to the doctor. To the point of seeing your scalp? EAT food!

rainbowbow

Up your fats, eat less of a deficit since your close to your goal weight, and if it persists visit a doctor.

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ShellyBell999

Rapid weight loss can have an adverse effect.
Research, read and Dr.
That's what I'd do

Kalikel

emily_stew wrote: »

Kalikel wrote: »

PaigePugmire wrote: »

APLAWING wrote: »

My hair is falling out & thinning rapidly (not breaking off because I can tell by my scalp being visible) & I'm starting to get concerned.

I've been on my diet for about 160 days (1200-1400 cals/day, excercising about 40 mins/day, 3 days/week). The good news is that I've lost about 55lbs & am close to my goal weight. I started at 240 & this morning was 185. But for the past month or two I've noticed a LOT of hair loss when I wash my hair, brush my hair, run my hands thru it, etc. It's long, at least halfway down my back. And I know that losing some every time you wash is normal... but this has been handfuls. I eat plenty of veggis & proteins. I feel like I get adequate nutrients from my food. The only thing that I can possibly think of is when I stopped taking biotin. I had been taking Biotin for my nails to be stronger (a B vitamin for hair & nails) and stopped taking it a few months ago because I couldn't tell that it was doing any good. Now my hair is falling out like crazy... I don't know what to do. Any ideas or advice?

Thanks:)

You don't need to rush to a doctor. You don't have a thyroid disorder, cancer, or whatever. You're not eating enough calories!!! That amount is hardly going to be enough to sustain any adult body, LET ALONE one working out so much. Also, since you are losing so much weight AND building muscle your protein intake should likely be 90 or more. My hair has been falling out the past few weeks and it's directly proportional to me not eating enough protein.

What would you say if your advice not to see a doctor caused someone serious health problems?

If they did have some issue and followed your advice and ended up suffering or dead...what would you say?

Would you say, "Well, there was no way for me to know that! It was so unlikely! And why are they listening to me? It's not my fault! I'm not a doctor! I'm not responsible!"

That's being a bit dramatic, isn't it?


If you hear hoofprints...you should think horses, not zebras. As in, the most obvious explanation is usually the correct one.
OP's hair loss is almost certainly due to inadequate calorie intake, especially inadequate protein and/or fat, and stopping the Biotin supplement. If, after several weeks of increasing caloric intake and restarting the Biotin, OP's hair is still falling out at an alarming rate, then a trip to the Dr. would be warranted.

Yes, it is a little dramatic.

And yet, the question remains.

If you tell someone they don't have a disease and shouldn't see a doctor, and then it turns out that they did and your advice did great harm, what do you say?

segacs

The hoofprints analogy is true... for medical professionals trained in diagnosis. Not for laypeople in the internet.

If anyone has a health concern that worries them, they should see a doctor, not a random person online.