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Members overwhelmingly confirmed that both fibromyalgia medications and the condition itself contribute to significant weight gain, with... Read more

Members overwhelmingly confirmed that both fibromyalgia medications and the condition itself contribute to significant weight gain, with Lyrica and gabapentin being the most frequently cited culprits, causing gains ranging from 8 to 40 pounds or more. Several members shared that complications like hypothyroidism, sedentary lifestyle due to chronic pain, and reliance on inexpensive processed foods further compound the challenge, while some found relief through dietary changes like going gluten-free, reducing medications, or incorporating gentle exercise like stationary biking or Pilates. A recurring theme was the frustration of weight being incredibly difficult to lose even after stopping the medications, coupled with the reality that managing fibro often means choosing between pain relief and unwanted side effects.