Anyone with MCTD.... please help!!!!

I was diagnosed with MCTD a few years ago but my Dr. didn't explain a lot about it. I have done a lot of research on my own. My issue is, I am having a flare-up. If I went to the Dr. she would just put me on steroids. I Don't like putting that stuff in my body though. I am having BAD joint pain, kidney pain, palpitations, muscle pain and weakness. I can handle all of it, but the joint and muscle pain. I am unable to workout some days because of it. I just want to feel better and stay on track.

Now, with my rant over, what do you do or suggest to help ease your pain??? Do you have any exercises you do when you are in pain?? I really appreciate any help I can get. I don't really have anyone I can talk to about it, no one understands.

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