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Suggest Remedy For Hair Fall And Metallic Taste In Mouth Post Surgery
I had a very traumatic surgery and was in the hospital for over three month, because of infection and skin grafts, Since then I have been losing my hair and an having this metallic taste in my mouth, which is sometimes triggered by certain foods. I am on heavy doses of laxatives, since I have no stomach muscle my bowel will no go without sinicot.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022
Hi,
Your problems seem to be combined effect of surgery, infection and constipation. Which give you metallic taste in mouth (due to destruction of natural intestinal flora. Lack of appetite would cause weakness and hair fall. You should start with nutritional supplements with your doctor's advice. Supplements of lactobacilli would help you.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Your problems seem to be combined effect of surgery, infection and constipation. Which give you metallic taste in mouth (due to destruction of natural intestinal flora. Lack of appetite would cause weakness and hair fall. You should start with nutritional supplements with your doctor's advice. Supplements of lactobacilli would help you.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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