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What To Do For The Swelling In The Feet And Hand Due To Gout Attack?

HI! I am have a case of gout attack, this is the 3rd time, my foot is swell and my left hand at the finger joint, My doctor give me some tablets but it is still there for almost 2 weeks. @ days ago the swelling went down but today it came back. Is there something I can do? With Thanks,,,,,vinny
Wed, 11 Jun 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello

I have studied your case,

I will advise to do blood inv like complete blood count ,uric acid level

For gout you may need medicine like zyloric, allopurinol and newer febuxostat you can start then according to blood uric acid level consulting his treating doctor.

Food to be avoided in diet includes –meat and poultry. Alcohol.
Processed Carbohydrates
Processed carbohydrates and sugars take the place of healthy carbohydrates, such as fruits and vegetables, in your diet. Although no direct link has been established between sugar intake and gout severity, high sugar intake can contribute to obesity, a risk factor for gout. The fibre in fruits, vegetables and whole grains may also help carry excess uric acid out of your body.

You need maintainance medicine for gout to continue to avoid recurrent attacks.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.
Take care.
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What To Do For The Swelling In The Feet And Hand Due To Gout Attack?

Hello I have studied your case, I will advise to do blood inv like complete blood count ,uric acid level For gout you may need medicine like zyloric, allopurinol and newer febuxostat you can start then according to blood uric acid level consulting his treating doctor. Food to be avoided in diet includes –meat and poultry. Alcohol. Processed Carbohydrates Processed carbohydrates and sugars take the place of healthy carbohydrates, such as fruits and vegetables, in your diet. Although no direct link has been established between sugar intake and gout severity, high sugar intake can contribute to obesity, a risk factor for gout. The fibre in fruits, vegetables and whole grains may also help carry excess uric acid out of your body. You need maintainance medicine for gout to continue to avoid recurrent attacks. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.