diagnoised for a year now...but since feb had flare up after flare up...cant get to see consultant for at least 6 months...and r/a nurse 4 months suggested go to doctors who put me on tramadol...but this doesnt make it go away and only dulls the pain...what i want to know how does every one stay positive and cheerful i feel really down at the moment even though my family are brillant they dont relise what the pain is about.....how do i stay positive any helpful advice..please