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September 12
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A MyLupusTeam Member

You can also try liberally coating the bottom of your feet in castor oil with thick warm socks. If you have open sores on your feet I would recommend not putting anything on until you’ve spoken to your doc. Also, soaking your feet in epsom salts can be very soothing.

September 13
A MyLupusTeam Member

Yes, that would be me! You may want to consider getting a stool to put in your kitchen to take breaks.

September 13
A MyLupusTeam Member

Thank you so much!! Also, does anyone else experience foot pain so terribly from standing for a length of time in the kitchen cooking and baking? I adore entertaining and cooking and lately, my feet (especially my left foot throbs so badly I can barely stand it.

September 12
A MyLupusTeam Member

Voltaren or a homeopathic foot pain cream from Magnilife. You can find them both at Walmart.

September 12
MyLupusTeam

Finding relief for foot pain with lupus can take some trial and error, but there are a few topical options worth exploring with a doctor.

Here are some options that may help:

- Steroid-based creams or ointments (like triamcinolone, which requires a prescription) can help reduce inflammation and pain in specific areas
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Finding relief for foot pain with lupus can take some trial and error, but there are a few topical options worth exploring with a doctor.

Here are some options that may help:

- Steroid-based creams or ointments (like triamcinolone, which requires a prescription) can help reduce inflammation and pain in specific areas
- Hydrocortisone cream is an over-the-counter option that some MyLupusTeam members have found helpful for skin-related discomfort
- Witch hazel applied with a cotton ball has been mentioned by MyLupusTeam members as something that soothes uncomfortable sensations
- Aloe vera gel followed by a shea butter cream is a regimen one MyLupusTeam member swears by during flare-ups For swelling-related foot discomfort, compression stockings may also provide relief by improving circulation, though it's best to check with a doctor before using them.

Always consult a healthcare provider before starting any new topical treatment, as some products can interact with medications or mask underlying issues that need attention.

September 12

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