Dry Skin after Gastric Bypass

[brandnewme 20]

Hello, I'm based in the UK and had my op Feb 8th. Has anyone experienced dry skin? I have now got on my legs, I know probably I have to up my Water intake. Just wanted to know other folks experiences and how you dealt with it? I am now slathering my legs in the hope it will create a balance and the dry skin will slow down if not stop,

[mrsblues 81]

Hi, had my surgery in December! There are some hormonal changes occurring and dry skin is one of the side effects. I used lotions and a really good moisturizing soap in the shower. Adding humidity to the house will help, too. If it continues to be a problem let you doctor know. Congrats!

[brandnewme 20]

Thanks for your reply. I have been sipping Water all day and not met my target!

[nairali 48]

I use Neutragena twice a day everyday plus drink about 10 cups of Water. It really helps.

[brandnewme 20]

Am struggling to get the recommended amount of Water in. Have now decided not to have coffee until I hit my target.

[jerz 251]

I have bad dry skin and am breaking out horribly. I know it's because I'm not meeting my liquid intake targets.

SD:1/28/13 HW:358 SW:338 CW:297

[brandnewme 20]

This site is great! I like the fact I don't feel alone and that others are going through the same thing. I have been applying cream all day to my legs and drinking only Water. Dry skin was this morning looking like fish scales, will have to keep this in check.

[monken 135]

Hello' date=' I'm based in the UK and had my op Feb 8th. Has anyone experienced dry skin? I have now got on my legs, I know probably I have to up my Water intake. Just wanted to know other folks experiences and how you dealt with it? I am now slathering my legs in the hope it will create a balance and the dry skin will slow down if not stop,[/quote']

Had my surgery feb 6th yes dry skin started at week three I have been using Vitamin E oil after my shower and I let air dry. My hair became dry too, not falling out but dry. I use really good Shampoo and I do not wash my hair everyday, when I do wash it I let it dry naturally half way the blow dry on low. I'm very anal when it comes to my hair skin and nails. I take 5000 mcg of Biotin and will bump it up soon to 10,000 as you pee out what is not used or absorbed. Hope that helped a little.

[brandnewme 20]

Many thanks for the reply. My nails grow quite quickly and thus far have not suffered nor dried out which I'm really happy about. I think also with the heating on it also dry out the skin so I have to re-apply a few times in the day. Getting there with the Water intake and think I'm up to about 70%.

[stitchwitch 3]

Lots of Water, I use coconut oil in my cooking and on my skin. Make sure you are getting enough essential fatty acids. Stay away from chemical laden moisturizers or petroleum based creams.

[kjake38 0]

I am having the dry skin issue after my by-pass surgery. I drink plenty of fluids. I think that part of the problem with me is the lack of fat in the diet for weeks before and after the surgery.

[LeticiaHuggins 177]

I was having it and post 6 days I went to walgreens and purchased Vitamin E Oil. I got the serum in the pump. I also got the 100% cocanut butter. I gotta look and see the brands. Spent maybe $10.

OH EM GEE... This has been my savior. My spots of dryness are my face, under my chin and my chest and back. I use the stick on the spots and also apply one pump to the areas. The first day I noticed a difference.

I livw by it now!

~Leticia **HW: 259**PreOp: 216**SURG: 3/21/13 **Discharged @: 221**8 days post op: Down 19 lbs**

[brandnewme 20]

I am currently using something called Doublebase it is Water based not too gloopy and helping me to keep my skin hydrated....yay!

[CA712 111]

I am almost 6 weeks post op and I am having dry skin and hair issues as well. I am drinking 64 oz of Water a day and 60 to 70 grams of Protein. I have to agree with someone who said they think it is the lack of fat in our diets that is causing these issues. I use a soap that is high in moisture and a skin lotion after I dry off. I sometime let myself air dry since I live in Florida. I wash my hair everyother day and let it air dry since my hair is curly, the days I do not wash my hair I spritz water on my hair so it does not get frizzy. I am really hoping as I move forward and start to add more fat to my diet that this will resolve. I am thinking of also getting body oil to apply to wet skin after I shower and let it air dry. My legs and arms are starting to look like elephant skin.

[w106fox 62]

Biotin is a great resource to add to your daily routine! I take 5000mcg right now and although I still have to use lotion- I don't use as much or as often. I love the hold bond ultimate healing lotion- it's the best ever! :-)

HW 305 SW 292 CW 282 GW 150