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I had a gout flare up. it was treated and went away. started on puricos on tuesday. now it feels like a new flare up. should i continue on puricos?
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YES: Speak with you Health care provider who may wish to treat the continued flare with an anti-inflammatory drug or a specific anti-gout medication such as COLCHICINE... BTW continued acute pain is common when Allopurinol is first begun! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z
Answered 10/10/2019
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Agree with Dr. Z: You may visit this site for advice about diet that may be helpful in preventing further attacks. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/gout-diet/art-20048524 Wish you good health!
Answered 10/10/2019
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