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I have had gout flare ups before...
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Allopurinol: Diet alone is unlikely to stop your attacks if they have been recurrent. You may benefit from a uric acid lowering medication, typically allopurinol. You will need to speak to your doctor to obtain a prescription.
Answered 4/23/2020
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