Definitely add Biotin to your daily routine! Also, try Toppix hair building fibers to mask the thinning hair. You can pick it up at Ulta or Sally's Beauty Supply stores. It's great to use as a fill in when needed!
My doc says NO steroids as it could cause problems with additional bleeding during surgery. I'm on the tail end of my cold, no med's just powered thru. Drink warm water with lemon, really helps a sore throat! Get better soon!
I drink Premier protein drinks and isopure protein drinks from GNC. I've been on my first week of the pre op diet and I'm down 11lbs. I'm excited to see what it will be once I hit the clear liquid phase!