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Members confirmed that fibromyalgia can indeed cause stomach cramps, with many sharing that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) often accompanies... Read more

Members confirmed that fibromyalgia can indeed cause stomach cramps, with many sharing that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) often accompanies fibro, leading to gas, bloating, and difficulty eating. Several members offered practical relief strategies, including walking, peppermint oil, Buscopan for severe cramps, deep breathing exercises that involve pushing the stomach out on inhale and pulling it in on exhale, and checking medications with a pharmacist for side effects. A recurring theme was that digestive issues are a widespread and frustrating part of living with fibromyalgia, but small interventions can make a meaningful difference in comfort.