flare-up

[lezleyanne1]

hi is there anyone who can tell me how long a flare-up lasts for in knees - I have osteoarthritis thank you

[PMRPete]

"To the question "how long does a flare last?" the answer is that they can persist for weeks or months unless there is a change in treatment.":-

arthritis.org/living-with-a...

"Tips for managing episodes of increased pain and other symptoms.":-

arthritis.org/living-with-a...

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I am sure a flare up will differ for everyone, my flare ups can last from hours to weeks all depends on what I am or have been doing.

At the mo, I have had a flare up that has lasted for the last 4 months so for me It is not a flare up it is at this moment in time simply my way of life.