It's hard not to get hung up on those feelings. EP is very disruptive to one's life and it makes being optimistic about the future very difficult.

You're only three weeks in, though. Many of us here have been dealing with this for several months to many years.

I *know* that sounds horrifying, but the good news is, although doctors are not very good at all when it comes to treating EP, there *ARE* options. There are a number of supplements (herbs etc) which are very useful in treating the symptoms and causes of EP.

If you get on a supplement regimen now, you stand a very good chance of *not* ending up like some of us and having this continue for a long time.

I would strongly recommend a good multivitamin coupled with Turmeric, Bromelain, Ginger, and Cayenne Pepper supplements. Avoid dusty places or environments along with other allergens to prevent your lymph system from having any extra stress being put upon it.

Take lots of hot baths. Try to stay physically active as much as you can. And stay in close touch with us here! That's the biggest thing.