Dealing with a Flare-up of Medical Conditions: What Works Best?

Some people find that going on a soft/bland food or liquid diet, keeping their hydration up, and using heating pads can help with flare ups. Others suggest hot showers, controlling breathing and heart rate, and staying calm to manage the pain. Rest, heating pads/blankets, herbal tea, hot baths, meditation, and maintaining a positive environment with less stress are also recommended. Some individuals also use high calorie protein shakes, take time off to rest, take naps, allow themselves to do nothing, and do stretching. Pain medication, Epsom salt baths, and trying to move a little after feeling better are also suggested methods.