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Gout is a form of arthritis -- inflammation that can cause a sudden attack of attack of pain, stiffness, and swelling in a joint. This is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood.
Most common signs of gout are sudden attack of swelling, tenderness, redness, and sharp pain. These are sporadic and can last a few days or even for several weeks.
As many as 8 million people in the U.S. have gout. Gout is more common in men. For women, gout is more common after menopause.
Gout usually occurs in only one joint at a time. It is often found in the big toe. Along with the big toe, joints that are commonly affected are the lesser toe joints, the ankle, and the knee.
POPPING GOUT OUT
Here gout crystals are being pushed out of the foot. Patient had an ulcerated toe from severe gout attack.
Gout is a disease whereby the patient's body produces too much uric acid (protein byproduct) or can not excrete enough through the kidneys. Gout can be very painful. If you a red, hot swollen joint. Gout or Infection should be on the top of the list.
Patients with gout usually have multiple comorbidities, including hypertension, chronic kidney disease (CKD), cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia, all of which have significant adverse impact on public health.
How are purines turned to uric acid?
The purine nucelotides adenine and guanine are broken down to form uric acid.
People who have difficulty metabolizing purines (such as those with gout or hyperuricemia) are advised to limit the consumption of high-purine food and drinks. If the level of purines in the body is more than the ability of the body to process them, too much uric acid builds up in the bloodstream. This condition is called hypeuricemia and aside from gout, this can also cause kidney stones. Normally, uric acid is disposed via the kidneys. The human body cannot oxidize uric acid to the more soluble compound allantoin due to the lack of uricase enzyme.
Uricase converts uric acid to allantoin, which is more soluble than uric acid and passes harmlessly from the body. Uricase is an enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of uric acid to 5-hydroxyisourate and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). Subsequent hydrolysis and decarboxylation leads to the formation of allantion. During evolution, humans have lost the ability to produce the enzyme uricase. This loss of uricase activity along with the lifestyle and eating habits of today renders humans prone to urate crystal deposition and gout.
How do medications help people with gout?
Gout medications can be used to treat acute flare-ups and prevent future gout attacks. Some can also reduce the risk of gout complications such as the development of tophi.
Medications that block uric acid production such as allopurinol (Aloprim) and febuxostat (Uloric) limit the amount of uric acid that the body makes to lower the blood uric acid levels. However, these can cause side effects such as reduced liver function and heart-related problems. Even with oral medication, people with uncontrolled gout can have a difficulty getting rid of uric acid.
Krystexxa works differently than the above oral gout medicines. Krystexxa is the only gout treatment that converts uric acid into water-soluble substance called allantoin. Allantion is very soluble and is readily excreted through urine. The uric acid level then reaches a point in which uric acid crystals can dissolve. New uric acid crystal buildup also stops forming, thus taking control of gout.
We welcome you as a patient to our podiatry practice in Florida. We currently have 8 locations across Lee, Collier, and Charlotte counties, We are grateful that you have chosen us as your complete foot and lower leg care center.
Gout can be effectively treated and managed with medical treatment and self-management strategies.
In addition to medical treatment, you can manage your gout with self-management strategies. Self-management is what you do day to day to manage your condition and stay healthy, like making healthy lifestyle choices. The self-management strategies described below are proven to reduce pain and disability, so you can pursue the activities important to you.
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Gout FAQs
Why do I have gout?
Uric acid levels spike when the body breaks down purines, which are found in certain food such as red meat, seafood, and organ meats as well alcohol, particularly beer and fruit drinks. Urate crystals then develop and build up in your joints. These sharp, needle-like crystals lead to the gout pain.
What are the symptoms of gout?
What are the treatments for gout?
The treatment of gout aims to lessening your pain and preventing gout flare-ups in the future. See your physician for a thorough evaluation and treatment plan.
Our team at the Gout Institute, a part of Family Foot and Leg Center, P.A. work together to provide the best gout treatment for your specific needs.
Get relief from your gout.
Schedule for an evaluation today at the Gout Institute at Family Foot and Leg Center, P.A.
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