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Originally Posted by krank
I am wondering if anyone has any tips or ideas or anything that helps to prevent a flare or at least preventing or relieving some of pain. I guess what I am trying to ask is, does anyone kind of know ahead of time when one of these flares are going to happen to them? A certain symptom or area where it usually starts or something along those lines. And if anyone does do they have any certain meds or treatments they use that can usually relieve or even preempt the flare from occuring. I am hoping this makes some sense. I know everyone is different, but I guess I am just looking for some ideas of what helps anyone cope or get some relief. Thank you Krank
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Definitely different symptoms will come on at the beginning for me and you "just know". Obviously the best advice is the hardest to follow, "try not to stress".
Other then that, I keep stronger meds on hand for the flares, that's when I'll use the Toradol, Ativan, Duragesic, Aleve, Tramadol and whatever else I can throw at it in pill form (safely) while also physically trying to keep it down with lukewarm epsom bath soaks, rest, light streching, etc.
Naturally what you're able to do all depends how severe you are and what are other factors may be contributing at the time.
If you can't take comfort in much else, at least know you're not alone and we can all feel and know your pain.
Good luck and feel better soon
Dawn