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Gout
Gout is the inflammation of joints caused by too much uric acid. It is a form of arthritis in the joints leading to the sudden development of pain and inflammation.
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What factors may increase a person's susceptibility to gout?
the inheritance of certain genes or from being overweight and eating a rich diet. In some cases, another disease (such as lymphoma, leukemia, or hemolytic anemia ) may be the underlying cause of the uric acid buildup that results in gout
What is the cause of gout flair?
Gout is a metabolic disease and tends to run in families. Primary gout is caused by overproduction or under excretion of uric acids. Secondary gout can result from acquired causes of increased uric acid in blood due to myeloproliferative disorder, myeloma, renal failure, diuretics, haemoglobinopathies, sarcoidosis and lead poisoning.
Which age group is most at risk for gout?
Gout usually occurs in middle aged men of up to the mid-40s. It tends often to be accompanied in this group with obesity, high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels, and heavy alcohol use.
Gout can also develop in the elderly, occurring equally in men as in women. In the elderly it is often associated with kidney problems and /or the use of diuretics. and is less often associated with alcohol use.
Aside from inherited genetic disorders that cause hyperuricemia, gout in children is rare.
Men are at higher risk of developing gout. and gout typically strikes after 20 - 40 years of persistent hyperuricemia, so men who develop it usually experience their first attack between the ages of 30 and 50.
Before menopause, women have a significantly lower risk of developing gout, (Only about 15% of female gout cases occur before menopause.) After menopause the risk of developing gout increases in women. At age 60 the incidence of gout is equal in men and women, and after 80, gout occurs more often in women.
Is 8.1 uric acid is normal to men?
uric acid 7.3 is not normal an it's little high,uric acid level should be less than 6.5
Soursoup fruit is aren't good to gout?
The sour soup fruit is not good to gout because it is considered to be high in purine.
Is there a way to lower my uric acid level besides a uric acid level?
Plenty of fluids - no alcohol, good diet, no shellfish. Yes, Hydrocodone will ease the pain but the cause of the pain remains which is the build up of uric acid crystals - yes crystals - in the joints which is why it is so painful. The Japanese eat a lot of seafood but it is particularly consumption of shellfish mainly which seems to act as a trigger for attacks of gout. Allopurinol is good for suppressing gout in the long term but it should not be used for acute attacks as it causes an initial increase in uric acid production before it stabilises it. Coca cola should make no difference to it as although it is acidic due to carbonic acid it would be neutralised during absorption into the body. Although your body would take on an acid load , it compensates by regulating your body pH by causing you to respire more frequently so getting rid of more CO2 and H2O which are the constituents of carbonic acid - HCO3- and H+
Yes. Chicken is on the menu and good for the gout patient. Food high in Purine should be avoided. Protein sources should be soy, lean meat and poultry.
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The symptoms of gout will stop completely a week or so after an acute attack without any intervention. It is important, however, to be diagnosed and treated by a health care practitioner in order to avoid attacks of increasing severity in the future and to prevent permanent damage to the joints, kidneys, and other organs. During an acute attack, treatment should focus on relieving pain and inflammation. On an ongoing basis, the focus is on maintaining normal uric acid levels, repairing tissue damage, and promoting tissue healing.
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If one goes through treatment for Gout, how likely is it to come back?
It can still come back because this is a ongoing problem. The symptoms can be relieved by treatment but it is a chronic issue.
What is a good home remedy for gout?
There are no simple home remedies for gout. Gout is a widespread illness and goes back into prehistory. If, in that time, a simple remedy for this condition had become available, all the doctors or drug manufacturers on earth would not be able to stop the word from getting out.
Despite the above, here are some home remedies that supposedly help:
- Fruits: fresh cherries; bananas (don't overeat; this leads to constipation); strawberries; apples.
- Drinking the following: lots of water; peppermint tea; and cherry juice.
To reduce the pain from the gout, apply ice on the painful area.
However as the theory goes, uric acid crystals are more likely to develop in the cooler areas of the body leading one to assume that the act of cooling the body would create a situation where more crystals can be developed.
Yes they can. Visceral gout is not an unusual problem in egg producing poultry flocks and is difficult to diagnose. Affected birds show no symptoms and produce normally until they are close to death.
Is tamarind an antidote to reduce uric acid levels in blood?
No. Tamarind will exponentially elevate the uric acid levels. Gout paitients should never even touch tamarind.
What causes bumps and stiffness of hands?
The stiffness in the hands may be the result of inflammation in and around the joints. the bumps may be either deformity's forming as a result of RA or rheumatoid nodules these can a pear and disappear just as easily. If you are showing these symptoms you should consult a health professional about it.
Is it bad to drink Gatorade if you have gout?
I do believe so. I had to prep for a colonoscopy a few days ago, and I had to drink a half gallon of Gatorade with the powered laxative. I had a gout attack that evening, and was fasting. The previous 2 days for meals I had low purine foods. I can always predict when I will get a mild flare up, based on the things I should not eat. This one was a mystery until I saw it on line.
Is turmeric OK for a gout patient?
Turmeric (Turmaric acid) : Haldi in Indian. A spice and a dye. It has anti-septic effects, but to reduce uric acid is not yet proved.
What exactly are the best foods to lower uric acid?
Drinking 2-3 liters of water a day can lower uric acid naturally by helping the kidneys flush the uric acid out of the body. Also a change of diet may be needed by going on a diet low in purines. Foods to avoid would be fatty red meats, poultry, and Beer. Good foods to turn to that are low in purines would be tuna, salmon, bread, cereal, pasta, etc.
Can people with gout eat cornmeal?
A person who has gout can eat cornmeal without any issues. They can eat as much as they want, in moderation of course. Foods to avoid are sugar and fatty foods that can cause a buildup of uric acid which contributes to gout.
How are acute attacks of gout treated?
If the pain is unbearable (I know), seek medical attention for a prescription. That's the fastest way out of the pain. Gout will return at some time so watch what kinds of food your eating to reduce your risks of future attacks. Check out GoutDiet.net for helpful tips
You should keep any alcohol consumption strictly limited if you have gout as alcohol acts as a diuretic which increases the concentration of existing uric acid in the system by reducing the amount of available water,
