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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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Can I keep from getting gout if I learn more about it?

lifestyle factors clearly influence a person's risk of developing gout. For example, losing weight and limiting alcohol intake can help ward off gout.

Can you start taking allopurinol when you have gout?

taking this can actually cause a flare up before your levels are under control

Does yogurt increases uric acid?

Yogurt is among the lowest purine containing foods and there fore the least likely to increase uric acid.

What kind of fish you can eat for you have high uric acid?

You should understand that when people digest protein, uric acid is a byproduct of that digestion. Fish does not contain uric acid, it contains protein. When you digest it, you will then produce uric acid. And all fish are high in protein. If you are trying to reduce the uric acid content of your blood, you will have to eat less fish in general. A vegetarian diet would work. Eat more avocados, less fish.

What was the Medieval cure for gout?

There is no cure for gout. medieval or modern for that mater.

however here are a few old remedies that were used to relieve the symptoms og gout.

Apple Cider Vinegar is a popular old remedy, and is also reputed to cures more

ailments than any other folk remedy. Mix 2 tbsp of organic apple cider

vinegar with 2 tablespoons of organic honey (2 times daily).

it is said this will reduce the pain from gout within a couple of hours.

Taking a ½ teaspoon of baking soda with meals will prevent gout attacks.

reduces serum uric acid by Taking Alfalfa every day.

About 150 ml of the juice of French or string beans is said to be effective in the treatment of gout. Raw potato juice and fresh pineapple juices are also said to be helpful.

How can I help reduce uric acid?

People effected by this disease should Drink plenty of fluids to lessen the risk of contracting kidney stones.

They should try to stick to simple pain killers.

Apply a cold pack (ice cubes wrapped in a towel) on acutely inflamed joint.

they should modify their diet to reduce the intake of foods that are particularly rich in purines.

Uric acid is a by-product produced by the body when it metabolises cellular materials. Both as a result of the body breaking down its own cells and replacing them and as the result of our diet nearly all of the foods we eat are composed of what were living cells that lead to the production of uric acid in a greater or lesser degree. The uric acid level becomes abnormally high if the kidneys are unable to eliminate enough from the urine. Some cases are the result of the production of large amounts of uric acid because of a hereditary enzyme (inborn errors of purine-pyrimidine metabolism) abnormality and diseases such as blood cancer, in which cells multiply and are rapidly destroyed. Some types of kidney disease and certain drugs impair the kidney's ability to eliminate uric acid. People that are prone to gout are also more likely to suffer attacks as a result of surgery and wounds.

What foods to avoid for gout?

Below is list of few foods to avoid Gout problem -

Seafood

Meat

Alcohol

Sugary drinks

Refer given resources to get more detailed information -

http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/gout-foods-to-avoid/

http://www.medfoot.com/gout/

What causes uric acid stones?

When body is unable to eliminate uric acid it will deposit a hardened crystallized form of uric acid (tophi) usually in the joints and skin. this leads to a very painful disorder referred to as as gouty arthritis or gout.

Where does uric acid in the urine come from?

Uric acid, which is found naturally in the blood stream, is formed as the body breaks down waste products, mainly those containing purine, a substance that is produced by the body and is also found in high concentrations in some foods

What is normal uric acid level in a body?

The exact level of uric acid that is considered too high is a matter for debate. In recent years it has been found that normal ranges of uric acid fluctuate widely. as a result of uric acid levels showing day to day and seasonal variations in the sameindividual, several uric acids levels may be required over a given period. Urine uric acid levels may also be used to evaluate gout or determine over secretion of uric acid.

Reference values: Serum Uric Acid

Adult males: 2.0 - 7.5 mg/dl

Adult females: 2.0 - 6.5 mg/dl; in early pregnancy uric acid levels fall by about one third but rise to non pregnant levels by term

Children (ages 10-18)

Males: 3.6 - 5.5 mg/dl; significant rise in males at ages 12-14 coincides with puberty.

Females: 3.6 - 4 mg/dl

Elderly:

Males older than 40: 2 - 8.5 mg/dl

Females older than 40: 2 - 8.0 mg/dl; rise in women related to menopause

The normal range for urinary uric acid is between 250 - 750 mg over a 24-hour period. Uric acid levels tend to vary day to day. It is also important to check the laboratory reference values for each work setting.

An elevated blood uric acid level, also known as hyperuricemia, is seen in:

Gout

Alcoholism

Dehydration

Leukemia and lymphoma

Starvation

Metabolic acidosis

Toxemia of pregnancy

Renal disease and renal failure

Infectious mononucleosis

Hyperlipidemia

Hemolytic anemia






What doctor treats gout?

The following health professionals can diagnose and prescribe treatment for gout: Family medicine doctor Physician assistant Nurse practitioner Internist Rheumatologist Orthopedist More information at this web page: http://www.healthbanks.com/PatientPortal/Public/ArticlePromoted.aspxArticleID=HW5hw69011#HW5aa25458

Why should gout patients drink water?

Uric acid is not very soluble in water, however water is the only way that it can be eliminated from the body. By drinking a lot of water you are enabling more uric acid to be removed with urine, sweat and via the large intestine.

Does diuretic meds work agaianst gout?

No, a diuretic is something that cause your body to lose fluid. that means that the uric acid that exists in your blood reaches a higher concentration. this in turn leads to the situation where a saturation point is reached and the acid has to start crystallising, which leads to gout. there fore any thing that removes water from the system will increase the possibility of having gout. not drinking water will have the same effect.

What is a natural cure for gout?

There is none that stands out. Gout had been with us for all of human history and it is not until recently that we have been able to relieve ( but necessarily stop) the pain involved. This is done with anti inflammatory and analgesics (pain killers) and with these come the side effects that may at times be a concern. However pain in itself can be a thing that leaves effects that harm the body and spirit, so it is all a mater of balancing it all out.

What is a high level of uric acid?

High uric acid in your system can lead to crystals forming in your tissues. It could lead to kidney stones and, gout etc. Gout is called the rich man's disease because it usually happens when one eats lots of meat among other things. Check out the Mayo Clinic's site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gout-diet/MY01137

Home remedies for uti?

Alright there are some things that i actually use all together.

1) Cinnamon

2) Cranberry pills or cranberry juice unsweetened.

3) Corn silk

4) Drinking lots of water

Another thing that may help is Colloidal silver. Colloidal silver is a natural antibiotic. I would suggest though that if you use Colloidal silver user it in moderation, it can cause that weird skin problem (it's harmless) that makes your skin grey.

Cinnamon- Natural antibiotic, take up to 2 teaspoons a day or if you get cinnamon sticks eat 2 a day.

Try drinking a lot of water as well as taking all this at-home remedies. I have chronic bladder infections and I don't have medical insurance.

What type of excerise for uric acid?

exercises are not seen as part of the way to control Uric acid in the system. this is done with a controlled diet and and medications as prescribed or other alternative methods.

A product of protein metabolism that causes gout?

The body produces purines and purines are also introduced into the body as a result of diet. these are turned into uric acid in the blood stream. the kidney is supposed to remove most of it and some goes via the large intestine. If the body is unable to dispose of this material then the uric acid turns into sharp crystals that are the cause of gout.

Can a 21 year old girl get gout?

There is no specific age for gout. Usually its mid 30's to 40's, but anyone can get if they eat foods that raise uric acid levels. I'm 24 and I had a gout attack.

It can also hapen as a result of kidney problems.

Normally, uric acid dissolves in your blood and passes through your kidneys into your urine. But sometimes your body either produces too much uric acid or your kidneys excrete too little uric acid. If your body is working correctly then eating foods high in purines will not lead to gout.

How many deaths from gout?

According to a new study men with risk factors for heart disease, have a greater risk of dying from heart problems

if they gout.


middle-aged men with gout have a at higher-than- average risk of heart disease

, and were more likely to die of a heart attack or other cardiovascular causes such as stroke.

Is multi- grain bread bad for gout?

Bread is among the foods that is the lowest in purines which are metabolized into uric acid by the body.(100 mg. uric acid/100 g and less)

Bread, wheat (flour) or (white bread)

Total Purines in mg uric acid/100 g (Average) 14

Nutr. Density in mg/M J13.9

Are pecans good for uric acid?

pecan nuts are one of the lowest purine containing foods making it fine in a uric acid diet. Purine is what is eventually converted into Uric acid by the body.(Between 0 and 50mg of purine to 100 grams)

Are there other medications besides allupurinal and colchicine for gout?

There are quite a few different tacks that are taken in the treatment for gout. have a look at the associated link ( How To Treat Gout With Diet and Medication) to find out more about the options available.

What does gout feel like?

Gout feels like someone dropped a cinder block on your toe, and then they decided to stand on the cinder block that's on top of your toe until the attack goes away.