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Today is 3rd day after gout attack (big toe of right foot) and 2nd day of colchicine 0.6 mg 1 tablet/day.pain is mostly under control but swelling has increased and spread to surrounding area.should i visit doctor again? how long can it take to heal?

Q: today is 3rd day after gout attack (big toe of right foot) and 2nd day of colchicine 0.6 mg 1 tablet/day.pain is mostly under control but swelling has increased and spread to surrounding area.should i visit doctor again? how long can it take to heal?

: I would definitely call the doctor again and just ask their advice!

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Dr. Neil McLeod answered

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I would definitely call the doctor again and just ask their advice!

Answered 4/7/2023

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

Taking ibuprofen or Aleve will help with pain and inflammation Talk to your doctor about the dose. To take.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/15/2023

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A member asked:

Today is 3rd day after gout attack (big toe of right foot) and 2nd day of colchicine 0.6 mg 1 tablet/day.pain is mostly under control but swelling has increased and spread to surrounding area.should i visit doctor again? how long can it take to heal?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Neil McLeod answered

Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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