When I get butt burn, severe or mild, I know it will be gone when the food which caused it finishes leaving my body. I never know which food/drink that is but just knowing the end of my "misery" is in sight is enough for me to withstand it. I do use a barrier cream during those episodes if I need to be out and about. otherwise, I just "grin" and bare it! (Kidding about the "grin" part!) Good luck to finding what works for you!