Flare Management
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A flare is a period where your symptoms worsen and you may also have more pain. Whether it’s relatively short-lived or more severe, disrupting your day to day life, a flare can be frustrating, upsetting and painful.
Increases in joint pain, swelling, fatigue and stress can be hard to live with. There are some general strategies for coping with flares that may help listed below but always speak to your doctor for advice on how to manage flares.
Make sure you get enough rest and take it easy
Try to get enough sleep
Gentle exercise may help to ease pain and lift your mood, but only what you feel up to
Try yoga or meditation, many people find relaxation techniques help to manage their pain
Don’t be afraid to use an aid if you need it. A walking stick might help tremendously
Many hospitals have helplines you can call for advice if you are experiencing a flare. If you are having regular flare ups or your symptoms get worse, it’s best to speak to your doctor.
The information provided on this website is not a substitute for professional medical care. If you have any concerns about your health or medicine, you should consult your healthcare specialist or general practitioner.
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the patient information leaflet. You can also report side effects directly in the UK via the Yellow Card Scheme website: https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/ or via the the MHRA Yellow Card App in the Google Play or Apple App Store. In Ireland please report via the HPRA at https://www.hpra.ie/homepage/about-us/report-an-issue.
You can also report adverse events to UCB at UCBCares.UK@ucb.com or UCBCares.IE@ucb.com.
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