Traditional Gout Treatments
Medication The most commonly prescribed treatment for gout is medication. Many medications can have positive effects on gout, making symptoms subside. Most medications have side effects, so patients...
View ArticleCauses of Gout
What Causes Gout? Gout is caused by accumulation of urate crystals in the joint. These crystals form when there is a high level of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid is produced as a result of the...
View ArticleSymptoms and Signs
Symptoms of Gout Gout typically manifests in the joints of the toes, ankles, wrists, hands, and knees. Patients will feel a sudden and intense pain that will last through the day. When the intensity of...
View ArticleGout Overview
What is Gout? Gout is a type of arthritis, and is sometimes called “gouty arthritis”. Patients that develop gout usually notice a sudden pain in the joints of the body. In many cases, the first joint...
View ArticleGout Resources
Additional information about gout can be found at: Gout.com http://www.gout.com/ Mayo Clinic: Gout http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gout/DS00090/DSECTION=prevention PubMed Health: Gout...
View ArticleAlternative Gout Treatment
Treatment with Foods Coffee, oranges, and dark colored fruits such as blackberries and grapes have been known to lower the uric acid levels in the blood. If vitamin C is taken in high doses, it may...
View ArticlePrevent Gout
Ways to Prevent Gout Drinking enough water and limiting the consumption of sugary beverages can play a big role in preventing the development of gout. Maintaining a healthy body weight and following...
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