TBL Resources • Managing Flare-Ups & Emergencies — Chronic Pain Travel FAQ
Answer‑first guidance for Managing Flare-Ups & Emergencies: concise steps, first‑hand tips, official sources, and checklists. Interlinked with A6 cards and TBL tools.
General information only; not medical or legal advice. Regulations and clinical needs vary by person and destination—confirm local rules and consult your clinician.
H. Managing Flare-Ups & Emergencies
What should be in my "flare-up kit" for travel?
Include rescue meds, instant heat/cold, compression sleeve, electrolytes, snack, breathing/script card, charger, and clinic contacts. Keep a mini kit on you and a fuller kit in your bag. A6 Flare Card (print) → Open
- Flare‑kit
- Rescue meds + timing
- Heat/cold pack
- Compression wrap
- Electrolytes + snack
- Insurer/clinic contacts
What are the first steps to take if I have a severe pain flare-up on vacation?
Find a quiet spot, reduce stimuli, start timed breathing, apply heat/cold, take rescue meds, reassess at 30–45 minutes; escalate for red‑flags. A6 Flare Card → Open
How do I explain my complex medical condition to an emergency room doctor abroad?
Carry a one‑page medical passport: diagnoses, meds (generic), allergies, devices, clinician contacts, baseline, helps/avoid. Use translation cards for key terms.
Should I wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace?
Wear one if you have critical meds, implants, allergies, or conditions that affect emergencies. Pair it with a lock‑screen note and wallet card.
Who should I contact in a medical emergency when I'm away from home?
Call the local emergency number, then your insurer’s medical line. Notify companions/accommodation and, if relevant, your embassy/consulate.
Does my home insurance or travel insurance cover emergency medical evacuation?
Call the local emergency number, then your insurer’s medical line. Notify companions/accommodation and, if relevant, your embassy/consulate.
How do I know if my pain is a flare-up or a new medical emergency?
Call the local emergency number, then your insurer’s medical line. Notify companions/accommodation and, if relevant, your embassy/consulate.
What information should I have stored on my phone for emergencies?
Save a medical passport PDF, insurer numbers, nearby clinics, medication schedule, and a flare script. Pin to lock screen or use a medical ID app; keep offline backups. A6 Companion Card → Open
General information only; not medical or legal advice. Regulations and clinical needs vary by person and destination—confirm local rules and consult your clinician.