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Treatment of Gout!

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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Treatment of Gout

Homeopathic Treatment of Gout
Acupuncture Treatment of Gout
Psychotherapy Treatment of Gout
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Gout
Surgical Treatment of Gout
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Gout
Other Treatment of Gout
What is Gout
Symptoms of Gout
Causes of Gout
Risk factors of Gout
Complications of Gout
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Gout
Precautions & Prevention of Gout
Treatment of Gout

Homeopathic Treatment of Gout

The symptoms of gout such as painful joint pain and inflammation can be improved by use of the homeopathic remedies successfully. Following are homeopathic remedies which are very useful for Gout.

Arnica
Belladonna
Bryonia
Colchicum
Ledum
Berberis
Rhododendron 

Acupuncture and Acupressure Treatment of Gout

In acupuncture treatment, Acupuncturists used or pressed some points with help of needles; so that pain of joint is decreased or completely finish. It revitalizes joint physiology.  Acupuncture treatment for Gout and joint pain has been with us for many decades.

Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Treatment of Gout

Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy helps in the treatment of gout by reducing the levels of pain, anxiety, and depression. 

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Gout

Allopathic remedies help to reduce the sharp attacks of gouts. Allopathic treatment prevents long-term joint damage by lowering uric acid levels in the blood and resolves the problem completely. 

Surgical Treatment of Gout

In several cases of gout, surgery may be required to remove large tophi or uric acid and correct joint defects.

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Gout

Avoid to eat food such as red meat, meat organs and sea food
Drink plenty of water
Intake of whole-grain breads
Eat hi-calorie diets 

Other Treatment of Gout

Raise and rest your limb.
Avoid doing forceful exercise.
Keep the joint cool
Do not cover the joint.
Use a support to immobilize the joint. 

What is Gout?

Goat is a form of arthritis which includes irritation, tenderness, soreness and swelling of the joints caused by the increase of uric acid in the body. Gout has four different stages such as asymptomatic, acute, intercritical and chronic. 

Symptoms of Gout

Severe pain in the joints
Steadily goes away
Itchy and peeling skin later
Inflammation and irritation
Red and purplish skin
Fever
Limited movement or less flexibility
Nodules in elbows, hands or ears.

Causes of Gout

Overweight
Medicines taken by transplant patients, such as cyclosporine
Dieting
Surgery
High Blood pressure
Kidney Disease
Tumours
Scary skin disorder (psoriasis)

Risk factors of Gout

Gender – men are higher risk than women
Genetics
Age(Middle- aged)
Unhealthy cholesterol level
Heavy alcohol use
Obesity
Diabetes 

Complications of Gout

Persistent gout
Advanced gout
Kidney stones
Gout might spread
Hurt to joints 

Diagnosis of Gout

After examining, doctor may ask for following tests:

Blood test – to check the levels of uric acid.
Joint fluid test – a needle is used to collect liquid from the affected joint. 

Precautions & Prevention of Gout

Avoid heavy alcohol consumption such as beer
Avoid to regular use of aspirin and niacin
Avoid to use of diuretic medicines

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