In addition to medical therapy, all individuals with SCD-associated pain should have access to the following:
- A good therapeutic relationship with their provider
- An individualized care plan
- Opioids and other analgesics for acute pain when needed
- Assistance with managing other causes of pain such as orthopedic or menstrual pain
- General health maintenance including adequate sleep, assistance with social and psychiatric supports, and healthy nutrition
Refer to UpToDate for additional information regarding an approach to management and prevention of pain.