02-11-2010, 08:57 AM
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Gout info.
GOUT- Gout is an inflammatory reaction caused by a build up of crystals in the joints. It is a type of arthritis.
- It is quite often seen in the big toe, but it can also affect the ankles, knees, hands, wrist or elbows.
- Gout is caused when uric acid accumulates in the joints and causes inflammation.
- Your joints will become swollen, red and extremely painful. An attack will usually only last for a few days.
- You should not take aspirin because this increases the levels of uric acid in the body.
- It is important to visit your GP as some people will require drugs to lower the uric acid levels in their body.
- To prevent further attacks of gout you should consider:
- losing weight if you are overweight, and generally keeping fit.
- limiting your alcohol intake as alcohol can increase the uric acid levels.
- avoiding certain foods, such as red meat (particularly offal such as liver and kidneys) which can also increase uric acid levels.
Best of luck
Last edited by ash; 02-11-2010 at 09:01 AM.
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