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How do I know if I have gout?
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Gout is a form of arthritis that causes severe pain and swelling in the joints, in particular the big toe joint. The pain is caused by crystallized uric acid that forms in the joints.
Symptoms of gout include severe joint pain in the big toe, feet,knees, elbows, wrists and hands that last for 24 to 72 hours. These acute attacks also cause joint swelling and redness.
There is no cure but treatment is available in the form of over-the-counter and prescribed medications. Advil, Aleve or prednisone may be given to relieve gout swelling and pain during attacks. Medications, such as Zyloprim, block acid production to prevent gout symptoms with minimal side effects. Eating a low-fat diet and limiting such foods as meat, fish and chocolate can also prevent gout.
Symptoms of gout include severe joint pain in the big toe, feet,knees, elbows, wrists and hands that last for 24 to 72 hours. These acute attacks also cause joint swelling and redness.
There is no cure but treatment is available in the form of over-the-counter and prescribed medications. Advil, Aleve or prednisone may be given to relieve gout swelling and pain during attacks. Medications, such as Zyloprim, block acid production to prevent gout symptoms with minimal side effects. Eating a low-fat diet and limiting such foods as meat, fish and chocolate can also prevent gout.
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