Hair loss after transplant, probably Tacrolimus: Anyone change meds?

I did not take anything or use a special shampoo. I just waited it out and it did return. I also take Tacrolimus 2 mg twice a day.
I’ve always had pretty full hair and I don’t think anyone noticed like I did.

Thank you so much for your reply. Did you take any supplements or use any special kind of shampoo? Also I’m on Tacrolimus taking 2mg twice a day.

@bencures i had a lot of hair loss for the first year after my transplant. I think it’s from the trauma of a major surgery. I was worried too, but in time it went back to normal.

Hi there, may I know what vitamins did you take to help hair growth? And also and what month did you start experience hair loss and when did your hair start growing back?

Thank you so much!

Post 4 months kidney transplant and I just started having hair loss. It has been very worrying. when I blow dry or comb my hair I lose around 100-200 strain of hair. I have been approved to take biotin from my coordinator. May I know if anyone had their hair grow back ? And what level of hair loss did you guys experience? Close to balding ? Or major thinning etc..

Thank you!

The transplant pharmacist told my transplant team that the Biotin was too taxing on my liver with all of the other meds that I was on. I also had an issue taking Turmeric, because it boosts your immune system. Double check with your transplant pharmacist prior to taking Biotin or any other OTC meds or supplements. There is an oil from Origin that helps grow back hair that is atopic, so it won't interfere with any of the meds that you are taking.

I am having the same issue, it will be 2 years since my transplant in July of this year. I started taking Biotin last year as well as using an Rosemary , peppermint exilir on my natural hair. After a few months of using the exilir I have noticed some growth in the middle where it was getting thin but I also cut off all my dead, split ends which helped also.

I use a wild mint shampoo and conditioner that I order online.

Worrying about having your hair thinning, or not being able to eat out when that was all you did, are all strange ways to react to a transplant. Your life has changed, it is not the way it once was and will never be. Now you have to take care of the body you have. You cannot live in the past, thinking that the transplant would make you able to do and be who you once were. That book has now closed or slammed shut. It is time to learn how to be the new you and take care of the body that you now have. Don't worry about the small things, wigs are fun to wear. I did it, 3 times, when I had my chemotherapy. Eating out is just a waste of time and money. Grocery stores sell frozen meals you just microwave. I find that most of these meals have too much fat, salt, and sugar in them, which we can't have. I buy frozen vegetables, that I like, cooked protein, no beef, put them in a microwave dish add some water and spices, no salt. Cook them 3-5 minutes and I have dinner. Everyone can do the same thing using other ingredients and they have their dinner. I like canned fruits rather than fresh, because I am unable to digest the skins, and the fruits in a glass jar can go into the refrigerator. You have to learn to live with your new body and take care of it or you may loose it. Good luck. mlmcg

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