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There is no cure for gout, nor is there a cure for the damage that uric acid crystals do to joint tissue. There are treatments that involve anti inflammatory and diet to alleviate the symptoms however.

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What is colchicines?

Colchicine is a prescribed drug or medication used in the treatment of gout. Patients take this medication to prevent gout attacks that present symptoms like joint pain in toes. The symptoms of gout occur when there is a buildup of uric acid in the blood.


What is the difference between a sprain toe and a toe with gout?

A sprain is damage to ligaments and tissue around the joint which Will heal in time. In a toe with gout you have a situation where shards of uric acid crystals have settled in the joint and caused inflammation resulting in excruciating pain.


What is the treatment of the gout?

alleviating pain, avoiding severe attacks in the future, and preventing long-term joint damage


Can you walk if you have gout?

Yes, you can walk if you have gout, but it may be painful and challenging during a flare-up. Gout is characterized by sudden and severe joint pain, often affecting the big toe, which can make walking uncomfortable. It's important to manage the condition with medication and lifestyle changes to reduce pain and prevent future attacks. If walking is too painful, resting the affected joint is advisable.


Can gout be in your arms?

Gout can attack any joint so it can be found in the joints of your arm.


Does gout medication helps cleans your system from marijuana?

No.


What pathogen causes gout?

Gout is a kind of arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in blood and causes joint inflammation.Acute gout is a painful condition that typically affects one joint.Chronic gout is repeated episodes of pain and inflammation, which may involve more than one joint.


What is a good Gout treatment?

The treatment of gout may involve a combination of both drugs and dietary changes. For more information on the treatment of gout go to the related link (How To Treat Gout With Diet and Medication) below.


Sodium urate crystals deposited in soft tissue of a joint is?

Gout.


Can gout damage feet permanently?

Without treatment, gout may cause severe damage in the joints and cause the tissues in the surrounding area to be destructed. If the joints are continuously destructed and the gout is left untreated then there could be a result of lasting deformities (such as permanent feet damage).


Identify the area of the foot that is usually affected by gout?

Gout most often affects one joint in the big toe (i.e. podagra).


What causes joint effusion?

Joint effusion can be caused by various conditions including inflammation (such as arthritis), infection, trauma, or underlying medical conditions like gout or bursitis. It results in fluid buildup within the joint, leading to swelling, pain, and limited range of motion. Treatments may include rest, ice, elevation, medication, and in severe cases, joint aspiration or surgery.