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best thing to do if you think you're flaring

  1. Hi there, ! Flares can be really tough, so the first thing is to listen to your body. Rest is key — don’t feel guilty about taking it easy. Stay hydrated, and try using heat or cold packs on the areas that hurt most. If things don’t improve, definitely reach out to your rheumatologist — sometimes your meds might need tweaking, or there could be other options to help. Here’s an article that might give you some helpful tips too. https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/what-is-ra/ra-flare
    https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/living/finding-balance-during-a-flare

    Hope this helps! -Latoya (Team Member)

    1. Thanks for the article, LaToya. It's much appreciated.

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