hair Weave or braids: What to do with hair for surgery?

[Disabledaccount 154]

I have relaxed hair and i'm thinking of getting a weave or braids before surgery so hair is one less thing to deal with as my body tries to adapt to the surgery......also so i dont have to deal with hair shedding everyday. What did you do? What do you recommend?

[lizv123 389]

I have relaxed hair and i'm thinking of getting a weave or braids before surgery so hair is one less thing to deal with as my body tries to adapt to the surgery......also so i dont have to deal with hair shedding everyday. What did you do? What do you recommend?

Actually, the added tension on your hair will cause breakage and increase Hair loss. :/

[back2barb78 890]

I got myself a wig. It was great! I washed, deep conditioned, moisturized and sealed, and braided my own hair in 4 braids underneath so that if I wanted to I could wear it crimpy like I do sometimes. I ended up wearing my wig the whole time- and I woke up in recovery and it was still on- thankfully!! I braided it in two ponytails preop. I love it so much I'm still wearing it.

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[erp 2,016]

I braided mine right before surgery. It helped keep my routine simple.

[Sleeve Siren 307]

I have got stylish cornrows in preparation for my surgery on Wednesday. I don't even want to have to think about hair for a couple of weeks.

[back2barb78 890]

Why do pics come out sideways when you upload them? Oh well

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[Phillys1stlady 32]

I decided on tree braids to have the best of both worlds...the 1st time having braids done since Poetic Justice lol

[Startfresh359 15]

I have been going natural since March and have worn my hair in a variety of styles including weaves and wigs. My surgery is scheduled for nov 6 and I just braided my hair this last weekend. Will see how it goes.I tend to have issues wirh my scalp so that too will be a possible concern especially at that 3 month mark when everyone seems to have Hair loss.< /p>

[Jerzygurl 372]

I'm natural, so I'll go with some twists for surgery,

[BladeFox 235]

I have gone short with a keratin, so I'll be taking my satin pillow to lay on when I go to the hospital and a brush. Very low maintenance...

[msfitn2014 248]

Im going to get cornrows cheaper, low mainteance, doesnt take long to get them and should last the 2 weeks im out

[jennyR3 5]

I was sleeved on 2/24/14 my hair is natural, so two simple french braids worked for me. I was able to keep my hair till Saturday then redid it.

I think the key to maybe preventing Hair loss is taking your Vitamins. Pre op to took Vitamins B12, Biotin and Calcium with D3. I plan on resuming once I'm cleared.

Hope this will help someone in the long run.

[cherie74 9]

I have relaxed hair with highlights. My hair is already thin and fine. I'm worried after my surgery it may get even thinner. Any suggestions?

[trulyamazingtoo 127]

Do anyone lose hair?

[trulyamazingtoo 127]

Auto correction... Did anyone lose hair?