Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Suggest Treatment For Gout In Left Thumb
Question: I have been diagnosed with gout in my left thumb joint. I have been on the prescription allopurinol since 3/6 the swelling has gone down some but still not normal. The thumb is still constricted as far as bending it goes. I guess what I need to know is how long does it take to be back to normal and is there another method to get back to work quicker?
Brief Answer:
Prednisone can help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Regarding the gout pain let me reassure you that the pain will subside with some time. Sometimes we have to use a combination of medications to relieve the inflammation and help the body clear the uric acid. These medications include allopurinol, prednisone, indomethacin or colchicine. In patients who have persistent pain I often use prednisone for 3 to 5 days and patients do well. I would advise you inquire from your physician if that may be an option. I would also recommend you read a few articles online on how to modify diet in order to minimize exacerbations of gout.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Prednisone can help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Regarding the gout pain let me reassure you that the pain will subside with some time. Sometimes we have to use a combination of medications to relieve the inflammation and help the body clear the uric acid. These medications include allopurinol, prednisone, indomethacin or colchicine. In patients who have persistent pain I often use prednisone for 3 to 5 days and patients do well. I would advise you inquire from your physician if that may be an option. I would also recommend you read a few articles online on how to modify diet in order to minimize exacerbations of gout.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further information on diet changes to reduce allergy symptoms or to boost your immunity, Ask here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
