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Hi, been battling with gout and ita in the elbow. been to the doc twice this week and just gives me an injection. seems to work for 48hrs?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Need diagnosis confi: I am not convinced at age 33 you have gout. See a rheumatologist to confirm the diagnosis and get on a long term program

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 12/20/2017

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A member asked:

Hi, been battling with gout and ita in the elbow. been to the doc twice this week and just gives me an injection. seems to work for 48hrs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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