{"id":3745,"date":"2023-06-12T08:00:14","date_gmt":"2023-06-12T00:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/frontierhealthcare.com.sg\/?p=3745"},"modified":"2023-08-24T12:54:30","modified_gmt":"2023-08-24T04:54:30","slug":"managing-gout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/frontierhealthcare.com.sg\/managing-gout\/","title":{"rendered":"Managing Gout: You Do Not Have to Bear the Pain"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Gout is a type of arthritis that is caused by the build-up of uric acid in the joints, which can lead to inflammation and pain. It typically affects the joint in the big toe but can also affect other joints such as the knees, ankles, and wrists. 1<\/sup><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Symptoms of gout include swelling and pain in the joints, especially in the big toe as well as redness and tenderness around the affected area.<\/span> Other symptoms may include fever, chills, fatigue, <\/span>nausea,<\/span> and vomiting. <\/span><\/span>1<\/sup><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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The goal of <\/span>gout management and treatment<\/span> is to reduce inflammation and pain and to prevent future gout attacks. 1-3<\/sup><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

1. Ice, elevate, and rest <\/span><\/b><\/span>4,5<\/sup><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Gout-prevention diet <\/span><\/b><\/span>1,3,5<\/sup><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Make changes to your diet<\/span> by avoiding purine-rich foods.<\/span>Purine is a chemical found in certain foods that can increase the levels of uric acid in the body.<\/span>P<\/span>urine-rich foods to avoid include<\/span>organ meats, anchovies, sardines, and certain types of seafood.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Eating a healthy diet that includes low-fat dairy products, whole grains, <\/span>fruits,<\/span> and vegetables can also help reduce uric acid levels.<\/span> Avoid alcohol as it<\/span> can increase uric acid levels and worsen gout symptoms.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Use this shopping list as a <\/span>basic guide<\/span> when making food selections to <\/span>help <\/span>lower your uric acid <\/span>levels and<\/span> reduce your <\/span>risk of gout flares.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. Drink plenty of fluids <\/span><\/b><\/span>1,3,5<\/sup><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Staying hydrated <\/span>by drink<\/span>ing<\/span> plenty of water <\/span>can help keep uric acid levels low.\u00a0<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

4. Maintain a healthy weight <\/span><\/b><\/span>1,3<\/sup><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The likelihood of <\/span>having<\/span> gout might <\/span>increase<\/span> if you are overweight.<\/span> Losing weight<\/span>, if <\/span>needed<\/span>, <\/span>can help reduce uric acid levels and improve symptoms.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/span><\/span>5. Take your medications <\/span><\/b><\/span>1-5<\/sup><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Your doctor may prescribe medication to help reduce uric<\/span> <\/span>acid levels and relieve pain and inflammation associated with gout. Medications for gout may include<\/span>:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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