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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.
949 Questions
How does uric acid affect acute lymphocytic leukemia?
The uric acid does not effect the leukemia however the treatment of leukemia leads to the production of uric acid which in turn can leas to kidney stones and other problems.
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).
You have gout in your ankle for a week now and im done with your medication How ling?
If this was your first attack of gout it should be just about cleared up by now. however if it take too long see you doctor again and find out what further treatment may be requires. Gout is a disease that should be constantly monitored as it can cause major damage to both your joints your kidneys and other organs and parts of your body.
Can you take ibuprofen for gout in knee?
you could, but it wont get rid of the gout. you're better off focusing on getting rid of the uric acid!
Blood test can show the amount of uric acid in the blood, if this level is high then this is symptomatic of gout
Does cinnamon powder and honey help gout?
the major constituent of honey is fructose. a recent study showed that people that drank drinks containing fructose had a higher risk of gout. the risk was comparable to 30 -50 ml of alcohol
Gout encompasses a group of joint or musculo skeletal disorders result from deposition of Monosodium urate monohydrate crystals in the joint and tissues and Hyperuricemia (Plasma urate level >420 µmol/> 7.0 mg/dl), due to over production or under excretion of uric acid with Interstitial deposition of urate crystals in renal parenchyma and urolithiasis. The major clinical manifestations are acute synovitis, chronic erosive and deforming Arthritis, tophi, nephrolithiasis, interstitial nephritis and hypertension with intence pain
DR Ashok Kumar Panda
M.D.(Ayurveda Medicine)
Presently working on Gout at RRI(Ay) , Gangtok, Sikkim , India
E mail-akpanda_06@yahoo.co.in
Your gout symptoms have lasted 3 months now you have been on meds and diet changes is this normal?
Gout symptoms can last a long time and an important part of the treatment is in avoiding foods that are high in purines, naturally while the disease is active you would also be prescribed analgesics and anti informatory to help control the problem.
Peanuts, Processed Peanut Butter, Cashews, Pecans, Tahini,Brazil Nuts, will contribute to Gout.
Gout affects what part of your body?
in about 50% of cases the symptoms of gout starts in the joint at the base of the big toe. Eventually, however 90 percent of the people that have gout will end up with inflammation in this joint. Joints such as the mid foot, ankle, heel, and knee are also often affected. The fingers, wrists, and elbows are less prone to be effected by this disease.
In time people that have gout can develop tophi. These are lumps that grow around crystal deposits in joints or near pressure points. Tophi most often occur in the fingers, wrists, ears, knees, elbows, forearms, and heels. Tophi can also grow in the kidneys, heart, and eyes.
Uric acid is the byproduct of what?
Foods that are high in purines, these are usually rich foods and alcoholic beverage's the list below to find out what needs to be avoided to reduce the effect's.
Here is a list of some of the foods that are high in purines. These foods have the highest concentration of purines and should therefore be avoided by people that are prone to or are already suffering from gout.
Beef, Pork, Bacon, Lamb, Seafood, Foods that are made with yeast like beer or bread, Alcoholic beverages
These foods, while high in purine levels that can aggravate the symptoms of gout can be had occasionally by those who usually follow a low purine diet.
Asparagus, Cauliflower, Mushrooms, Peas, Spinach, Whole grain breads and cereals, White poultry meats, like chicken, duck or turkey, Kidney and lima beans.
The following foods are safe to eat in a low purine diet; however these should not be the only food you eat.
Green vegetables and tomatoes, Fruits and fruit juices, Breads that do not use yeast (may be found in the kosher section or a health food store), Nuts, Milk and milk products such as butter and cheese, Chocolate, Coffee and tea.
Which foods flush out uric acid?
Foods don't contain uric acid as such. However all living cells contain "purines" Including your own cells and as these are metabolised in your body the form uric acid. The foods that are the highest in purines are sea food, fish, offal meats, red meat, and so on all the way down to vegetable which as a rule are low in purines. Alcoholic drinks are also a distinct source of purines.
Go to the related link below (Various food types and their purine content.) for a general guide on the amount of purines contained in foods
Is gout associated with knee and hip pain?
Not usually. Gout is more likely to be associated with the hands and feet.
What is the Role of liver in uric acid formations?
The liver is supposed to filter out uric acid which is then passed on with urine. If the liver is not functioning properly it may not be able to eliminate enough uric acid to stop the onset of gout.
What happens if gout goes untreated for 11 days?
You will end up having a lot of unnecessary pain and as gout can damage joints and other tissue such as the kidney you would be taking a needless risk with your health.
Does fish oil tablets give you gout?
While eating fish is not a good idea for a gout victim. Taking Omega3 fish oil capsules has been recognised as being beneficial to gout sufferers both in reducing inflammation and as a pain control.
If taking aspirine for gout would it be safe to change iburprofen?
Both aspirin and Ibuprofen are effective pain killers and are used to treat inflammatory pain Care should be taken with both of them as they cause bleeding in the digestive system and can lead to ulcers and other problems.
Did Piero de Medici The Gouty really suffer and die from Gout or something else?
Piero de Medici (the Gouty) died in 1469 due to gout and lung disease.
How are lysosomes involved in both rheumatoid arthritis and gout?
Lysomes are involved in the digestion of dead or damaged tissue during inflammation both diseases cause inflammation where the removal of tissue is required.
Gout is a disease caused by exes uric acid in the blood crystallizing into fine sharp crystals and settling int the joints and or other parts of the body causing extreme pain and inflammation.
