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Anyone else experience Weight Gain with long COVID?

Posted by RMS @rinadbq, Oct 8, 2021

I have had ~30 pound weight gain since November 2020 when I initially had COVID. It seems disproportionate to my calorie intake. Any one else with this?

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beebee000 | @beebee000 | Oct 31, 2022

hang in there, i gained 55lbs, everytime i get a few lbs off, my body has a fit. seems like since i had covid the weight gain has happened along with other symptoms ..i'm not giving up..i'm doing the miranda esmonde white classical stretch workouts which works on your connective tissue and watching what i eat..i love the workouts, i get them on the PBS TV station and she has it on line too, it's really helping me..also we have to stay positive, because stress only makes it worse..hang in there!!!!

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beebee000 | @beebee000 | Oct 31, 2022
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@warriormom2

I have experienced constant weight gain +73 lbs, headaches, joint pain, sleep issues, at times I can't seem to catch my breath and I have overall fatigue since covid. I feel like I can't get control of my overall health and well-being. I was walking about 6 miles a day until Covid (on oxygen for 2 months) I walk a tenth of a mile and I sound like I ran a marathon! If I can't get control I will end up with other debilitating health issues and I am only 49 and not ready to give up yet.

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oh..also my joints too hurt off and on..miranda helps with that too..

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warriormom2 | @warriormom2 | Oct 31, 2022
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@beebee000

oh..also my joints too hurt off and on..miranda helps with that too..

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I have been using a vibration plate which is also helping with joint pain. I am willing to try anything at this. Lots of positive self talk, it is so helpful!

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beebee000 | @beebee000 | Oct 31, 2022

fyi, if interested, the classical stretch dvds are pricey,,there is a girl that has season11, 12 and 13 all three for 35.00, free shipping, she only has a few sets left, her web on ebay is gladollat-74 those dvd run 65.00 each regular and her sets are new..i have these, they are great!!

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svitri | @svitri | Nov 5, 2022

Same. I gained 20+ lbs within a few months after being infected and found others where the same occurred.

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webberks | @webberks | Nov 7, 2022
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@svitri

Same. I gained 20+ lbs within a few months after being infected and found others where the same occurred.

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Ufta. I’ve gained approximately 30#pounds in about 3 months. Finally went to a holistic doctor that recommended 2 veggies per meal, no gluten, no dairy, no refined sugar, no pork, and no refined meats. I’ve dropped about 10# but it doesn’t seem to stay away

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kimberlydean | @kimberlydean | Nov 8, 2022

I too have had excessive weight gain and other lingering effects after having COVID. It's like I'm ballooning.

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melissamt | @melissamt | Nov 18, 2022

I have been struggling with this for about a year. The weight gain will not budge. It’s incredibly frustrating.

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melissamt | @melissamt | Nov 18, 2022

I am also experiencing the Covid long haul weight gain. It’s beyond frustrating. Came out of nowhere. Both my pcp and my acupuncturist (also md) alerted me to the long haul symptom not as talked about as much as taste/smell. Any new insights/help?

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ptcreech | @ptcreech | Nov 18, 2022
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@jhicks64

I went searching for a possible connection between COVID and weight gain to get reassurance that I’m not crazy and I’m relieved to find this thread. I’ve gained at least 30 pounds+…I stopped weighing myself due to frustration and depression…and I do believe that it’s disproportionate to my diet. I have also noticed lower oxygen sat numbers (usually between 93-95) and low Heart Rate variability (in the mid 20’s) based on my FitBit and I am wondering if my metabolism isn’t suppressed. I’m hoping that some research will be done to determine what’s happening metabolically for some people post COVID…or post vaccine. I had the vaccine and a booster and also tested positive for COVID twice. Any one else relate??

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Yes. I've gained about 20lbs since June 1. My eating has not changed, exercise is the same. I've tried dieting but nothing is helping. It's so frustrating.

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