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Hi Everyone, I have not been here lately, and wanted to let you know that I have not forgotten you. I know you are struggling and of you are in pain and feeling awful. Together, we can encourage each other and help make the days a little better. Please try to baby yourself, stay warm, use handwarmers, warm soaks, warm hand lotion, thermal clothing, mittens, space heaters, and Niacin if you can take it. Avoid caffeinated beverages, don't drink alcohol or take antihistamines. Coke and Pepsi have an extremely high amount of caffeine. It will trigger a Raynaud's syndrome atttack. I just recovered from a bad case of cellulitis in one of my fingers. I had the infection for a month, really awful! I hope I can help by sharing my experience. The pain was almost unbearable and I can say that I will never drink another Pepsi again! Sticking to peppermint tea and water.

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