Question 1

my right foot big toe is hurting and i feel bit if discoloration as well. it is perhaps attack of gout. should i seek immediate treatment by visiting er or it can wait till tomorrow morning?

Accepted Answer

: Go to ED to rule out an infection and start treatment

Question 2

remedy for gout?

Accepted Answer

Control uric acid: People with gout have elevated uric acid levels. Uric acid in the tissues becomes monosodium urate crystals. These crystals form in the joints of patients with gout. The way to control these crystals is to  lower the level of uric acid. There are medicines to lower the production of uric acid, or to more rapidly remove uric acid crystals from the body. Your evaluation will decide which is the best therapy for you.

Question 3

are there treatment guidelines for gout?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Do you have acute or chronic gout? There are medication options after bloodwork tests for chronic gout. There is also a fairly uniform treatment protocol for acute gout which may involve anti-inflammatory medication or injection, in addition to diet modification, uric acid bloodwork or joint fluid, x ray evaluation for joint destruction, etc.

Question 4

what is the best treatment for gout and pain?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Medication for pain and or swelling and to control the gout. If pain is acute sometimes steroid injections can be given.

Question 5

are there any holistic treatment for gout?

Accepted Answer

Gout: Always talk with your physician about your care. Eat liberal amounts of cherries, celery & blueberries.  Eat minimum amt of high purine foods: herring, mackerel, anchovies, sardines, baker’s yeast, brewer’s yeast, organ meats & roe.

Question 6

what's the newest treatment, medicine for gout, please?

Accepted Answer

See details: Uloric is the latest medication for gout prevention but is not for the treatment of acute attacks. However, Allopurinol is the drug of choice for prevention. Both are just as effective but uloric costs hundreds of dollars more a year. Uloric is prescribed only when Allopurinol is not tolerated or is not effective enough.

Question 7

ayurvedic treatment for gout?

Accepted Answer

Healthy diet: Vegetables especially celery are key parts of the diet. Also, fruits, nuts, and berries are beneficial. Avoid red meats, shellfish, and restrict dairy. Lifestyles changes such as exercise and reducing obesity are also important. Smoking and alcohol are forbidden.

Question 8

is acth gel a treatment for gout?

Accepted Answer

No: There are many more modern and older medications to treat gout and gouty attacks. Acthar gel gould raise steroid levels. See a real rheumatologist.

Question 9

what is a good at home treatment for gout?

Accepted Answer

Diet modification : Watch the high protein foods. Drink alot of water. You can try cherry juice but not data supports it.

Question 10

what is the most effective treatment for gout?

Accepted Answer

Acute VS Chronic: For acute gout- Colchicine, Steroids (Prednisone) and Indomethecin . For chronic gout- Allopurinol is most comonly used.

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