Question 1

i have diverticitis and was wondering what causer it to flare up?

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Usually diet: Most americans over 40 have some degree of diverticulosis.Inflammation, or diverticulitis, is frequently caused by diet, such as popcorn hulls or peanuts, etc.Sometimes, it just occurs as some stool is trapped in a diverticulum. During acute episodes, i recommend a low residue diet.When resolved, i encourage a moderate to high fibre diet.Most seeds are ok, but i limit peanuts and popcorn.Good luck.

Question 2

i have diverticitis  and was wondering what caussie it to flare up?

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Short answer is: Bacteria, which can cause infection.  But it is important to increase fiber in your diet in order to prevent progression of disease.

Question 3

how common are gout flares?

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Until controlled: Until you gout is controlled  they can be  common. Once your  uric acid level is controlled - usually staying under  6, then your  body is much less likely to form monosodium urate  crystals which are the crystals  that precipitate in your  tissues and your  body and cause gout. This will control your  gout  and this will depend on your  compliance  to your  medications.

Question 4

how long do ic flares last?

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Depends: Everyone is different.  Things you can try to help ease the pain.  Over the counter AZO or prescription Pyridium (phenazopyridine).  Prelief, bladder antacid, or 1/4-1/2 tsp baking soda in 8 oz water no more than twice a day.  Antihistamines such as Zyrtec, Claritin, Allegra, or Benedryl.  Drinking a lot of fluids to dilute the urine.  Avoid caffeine, acidic foods, alcohol, and carbonated drinks.  Look IC diet

Question 5

how can i avoid flare-ups of my ic?

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Avoid triggers: Many people with ic notice certain "triggers" or foods that make their symptoms worse- especially acidic foods like orange juice or pasta sauce.  Try keeping a food log.

Question 6

does lymes flare up after five yrs?

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It can: Lyme bacteria can hide out in all different types of tissue and undergo changes from a bacteria to a cyst form. When conditions become favorable, it may change back from cyst to active bacterial form. So, yes, it can remain dormant. By the same token, you may also have gotten reinfected 5 years later and even with a different strain of the over 100 strains of lyme bacteria.

Question 7

how do i help pain during a jra flare?

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JRA pain: Acute pain in jra can we treated with medications such as anti-inflammatories (naproxen or ibuprofen) and oral steroids.  You would want to decide treatment in conjunction with your doctor.  In addition, stretching, heat, a warm bath, and gentle exercise can be helpful.

Question 8

how do you deal with a lupus flare up?

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Steroids: The most common treatment for a flare of lupus that was previously well controlled is short term steroids. Other options include treatment of individual symptoms, and no treatment.  If the flare-up includes kidney or brain involvement stronger medication such as Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) or cell pet will be used.

Question 9

i would like help, my skin has flared up?

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Please clarify: What do you mean by "flared up". Do you have a chronic skin condition. Can re-ask with clarification.

Question 10

how to manage a crohn's disease flare up?

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Diet and medication: A multidirectional approach aimed at decreasing the initiators, such as stress for some patients, a modification of the diet and obviously, medications directed at crohns disease are needed. Short term use of steroids is not unreasonable. A good relaitionship with your gastoenterologist is crucial.

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