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What is the treatment for gouty arthritis?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Lowering uric acid !: You need to lower uric acid, but if done too rapidly, it paradoxically might bring on an attack. Most patients should have an acute attack dealt with nsaids, colchicine, or even a steroid injection into the inflamed joint. Low dose Allopurinol 100 mg is started a few days later and incrementally increased to lower uric acid levels to or below 6mg/%. No need for anyone to have chronic problems.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Usually medication: Colchicine, allopurinol, uloric and to maintain a diet to control gout.

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