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GOUT

Gout - What is it ?

Gout is a metabolic disease that brings on sudden and intensely painful arthritis(inflammation of the joint).The disorder usually attacks only one joint at a time, often the one at the base of the big toe. Gout tends to run in families and affects 9-10 times more men than women. Occasionally, gout can attack many joints at one time.

SYMPTOMS

Red, swollen, and tender joint.
Sudden, excruciating pain, which worsens at the slightest movement.
Slight fever, in some cases.

COMPLICATIONS

Tophi formation.
Kidney stones.
Kidney failure.

CAUSE

Build up of uric acid in the blood, which collects and forms crystals in joints or tissues. The crystals irritate the joint, causing inflammation. An attack can be provoked by a sudden rise or fall in the blood uric acid level, eating too much food rich in purine content like organ meats, sardines, wine, and heavy alcohol consumption. About 20% of gout suffers have a normal uric acid level in the blood during an acute attack.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you suspect gout.
Drink plenty of fluids to lessen the risk of contracting kidney stones.
Take simple painkillers.
Reduce/avoid alcoholic drink.

WHAT YOUR DOCTOR/PHARMACIST CAN DO FOR YOU

Prescribe nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine.
Prescribe specific medicines for gout to maintain normal blood uric acid levels.

PREVENTION TIPS

Avoid factors that can provoke a gout attack.
Minimize your consumption of purine-rich (high protein) food.
Avoid taking sea food and soya bean.

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