Question:
Is it possible to gain weight a week before your period?

Can this also cause you not to have a bowel movement for a couple of days.    — Marti M. (posted on March 29, 2005)

March 29, 2005
YES! I usually gain between 3 and 5 pounds. It sucks, but at least I know what is causing it.
   — missmollyk

March 29, 2005
oh yes... and yes it can also cause to not have a bowel movement for a few days.
   — Alanna T.

March 29, 2005
I have noticed that I always gain right before my cycle. I will go to the gym and weigh myself and wonder what exactly I have eaten to make me gain a few pounds. Then the next thing I know, I start my period. Then when it's over, it seems like I drop a few pounds just as quickly. I'm not sure if it is because I retain water, or if it is actually true weight gain. Either way, it is somewhat discouraging. Just try not to get depressed about it and ride it out. Best wishes for health and happiness always.
   — Donna F.

March 29, 2005
Yep, it happens to me every month. I don't gain a great deal, usually a pound to a pound and a half, but I have to take colace every month for the b.m. to happen. You are not alone!
   — jilliecats

March 29, 2005
Hi All~ Yes.. I too gain weight when I an getting my "friend"... but before i get constipated, i have the runs 1st REALLY bad. then I can't go after that. Was that a little too much info? LOL! So don't sweat the slight weight gain before and during the cycle.. it's normal...all women have that ... not just the "special" ones like us!! God Bless!
   — angelina1970

March 29, 2005
usually up about 5! pounds, they drop in 1-2 days. I think the hormones affect the bowel functioning. I had the same issue preop as well.
   — **willow**