Just remember, Jack
STRESS is as big a factor as any..... for PN pain & those damn flares.
The more you stress-out and have anxiety, the worse you are going to feel.
Acceptance of the condition, and informed research into the most up-to-date treatments and meds being used by the known 'big-boys' in the field - is the way to think.
Don't go 'chasing windmills' - that causes more stress.