Can fibro cause weight loss?

Question

My aunt has fibromyalgia and she's been losing weight quite rapidly lately, even though she's eating normally. Could her fibro be causing this weight loss, or should she be looking into other reasons?

Shalini Iyer · Accepted Answer

I completely understand how scary it feels when you notice the scale going down while dealing with chronic pain. I used to worry endlessly about every single symptom, which only made my fibro flares worse. Please be gentle with yourself and discuss this with your physician to put your mind at ease.

Nitin Saxena · Answer

I have been living with fibromyalgia for years, and during bad flare-ups, I definitely lose weight because the chronic pain and nausea make me lose my appetite completely. However, my experience might not be the same as yours. It is always best to mention any sudden weight loss to your doctor.

Pooja Malhotra · Answer

Yes, dealing with constant body pain can really mess with your appetite and make you lose weight! Just try to eat small meals and keep yourself hydrated. Sending you lots of strength to get through this flare-up!

Rajeshwari Pillai · Answer

My daughter has been managing fibromyalgia and we noticed she lost a lot of weight when she was first diagnosed, mostly due to stress and pain-induced nausea. I started making sure she had small, nutrient-dense meals throughout the day like badam milk and soft khichdi. Please keep a close eye on your food intake.

Rohan Kamath · Answer

According to my rheumatologist, fibromyalgia itself doesn't directly cause weight loss, but the associated chronic fatigue, depression, or stomach issues like IBS can certainly lead to it. Some medications prescribed for pain can also reduce appetite. It is important to get your thyroid and other blood work done to rule out other issues.

Can fibro cause weight loss?

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Consult a dietary specialist

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