Caused by the buildup of uric acid in the body, gout is a painful condition that is more prevalent in men than women. Flare-ups of gout are so painful on the big toe that even a blanket is often too much weight. As hard as gout is to take, it can also lead to bigger … Continue reading Gout: A Trio of Complications and a Trio of Prevention Tips
For many Americans, it might seem like gout is an old time disease that is no longer around. Many people in the past suffered from this malady. Even King Henry VIII and Ben Franklin suffered from this painful condition. But if you think gout is an old time disease, you’d be wrong. In fact, gout … Continue reading Gout in the Modern World: How the Condition Has Changed
Gout can affect your elbow at any time. It is an unpredictable disease that can flare up when you least expect it. It could be after a great tennis match, a day fishing, or you could just wake up with your elbow in severe pain. As with any other joint, gout can make elbow movements … Continue reading Why Does My Elbow Hurt? It Could Be Gout
Gout is a painful form of arthritis that comes on suddenly and can be debilitating for many. Many people try to control the symptoms of gout with diet, and some need to use medicine. One of the prime medicines is colchicine. Researchers have recently discovered that colchicine can actually help patients who are experiencing other … Continue reading Gout Medicines Can Treat Other Medical Problems
Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that causes extreme pain, especially in the big toe. If you have ever experienced a flare-up, you will do nearly anything to avoid one. Diet is a big contributor to flare-ups, and you would do best to avoid red meats and organ meats, seafood, processed and sugary foods, … Continue reading How To Structure Your Daily Menu to Avoid Gout
Gout is a painful disease and can be dangerous if you have a sudden outbreak. Men who have gout can be more susceptible to injuries. A 2020 study published in The International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health concluded that “Among the causes of injury, we found that traffic, poisoning, falls, crushing, cutting, piercing, … Continue reading Five Ways to Prevent Injuries if You Have Gout
Frequently a gout attack is in your foot or toe making walking difficult. Inadequate shoes can aggravate your gout attack. Old shoes with poor cushioning, decreased motion control and inferior stability can make your day miserable. Shoes with little support like moccasins, sandals, slippers and mules do not give enough support to your feet. Heavy, … Continue reading Gout and Footwear: Find Relief With These Tips
You are planning a great day outside golfing with your friends, but you wake up with redness, tenderness, and swelling in your joints. You’re having an acute gout attack. Usually, the attack lasts a week or ten days, but you need some relief now especially since your knees and elbows are so painful. Acupuncture could … Continue reading Acupuncture: Relief from Gout Pain
A gout attack, caused by a build-up of uric acid in the body, is three times as likely to occur in males as females. Gout is the most painful manifestation of inflammatory arthritis, and often occurs in the big toe. This extremely painful condition can sideline a patient for up to two weeks, and can … Continue reading 6 Food Fixes to Combat Gout Attacks
Your foot is hot and swollen again and now you can’t play basketball today. Your gout is causing this irritating attack. Who is to blame? Yourself for a poor diet and lack of daily exercise, or your grandfather who had gout too? Gout is caused by the uric acid buildup in your blood. The high … Continue reading Gout: Is It In Your Genes?
