Controlling pain in porphyria Most all acute or chronic porphyria patients seek treatment for chronic pain each year. Relief is as individual as the pain itself. For some porphyria patients a certain medication or a particular type of nerve block or physical therapy may make a significant difference. But with most porphyria patients the solution lies in a multi-part approach to reversing the chronic pain. Often porphyria patients are being referred to pain management specialists after the patient has a definite confirmation of their diagnosis.
Pain management is a special type of approach used by clinicians.
Many scientific studies have documented the value of this approach, regardless of the specific cause or duration of an individual's chronic pain. It must be noted that pain management extends beyond medications. It also includes a comprehensive plan of exercise, relaxation and behavior change. Patience also needs to be practiced by the patient. It is important to remember that there is no quick fix for chronic pain, and managing pain isn't about making it disappear.