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Gout
What is it?
Gout is a form of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to sudden, severe pain, redness, and swelling. It most often affects the big toe.
What are the symptoms?
Intense pain in one or more joints, often the big toe
Swelling and redness in the affected area
Warmth around the joint
Limited range of motion in the joint
What else could it be? (Differential diagnosis)
Pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate crystal deposition)
Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Septic arthritis (infection of the joint)
What are the aggravating factors?
High purine foods (e.g., red meat, shellfish)
Alcohol consumption, especially beer
Obesity
Dehydration or low fluid intake
Certain medications (e.g., diuretics)
What types of food are helpful?
Limit purine-rich foods: Avoid organ meats, shellfish, and excessive red meat.
Increase water intake: Stay hydrated to help flush out uric acid.
Low-fat dairy: Linked to reduced risk of gout attacks.
Cherries: Can help lower uric acid levels and reduce inflammation.
Sample Recipe: Chickpea Salad with Olive Oil and Lemon
Ingredients: Chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, olive oil, lemon, parsley.
Directions: Combine chickpeas with chopped veggies, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice for a refreshing, gout-friendly meal.
What are the traditional treatments?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): To reduce pain and inflammation.
Colchicine: A medication to reduce pain and inflammation during gout attacks.
Corticosteroid injections: To reduce severe inflammation.
Uric acid-lowering medications: Such as allopurinol or febuxostat.
What are the natural and alternative treatments?
Cherry extract: Some studies suggest cherries may help reduce uric acid levels.
Apple cider vinegar: May help neutralize uric acid in the body.
Vitamin C: Helps lower uric acid levels, so include more citrus fruits in the diet.
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