How do you treat proctalgia fugax?

There is not currently a cure for proctalgia fugax, but there are treatments that can help lessen the symptoms. Some of these treatments include:

-Stress relief.
-Regular exercise.
-Hot baths or a hot water bottle placed on the lower back.
-Medication such as ibuprofen to help relieve pain.

 In some cases, if the proctalgia fugax is severe and occurs frequently, your doctor may prescribe opioid medication or muscle relaxants to help lessen the symptoms.