Acute gouty arthritis


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Slide 1 : Acute gouty arthritis
Slide 2 : Overview Acute gouty arthritis is a sudden attack of pain in the joints, especially in the feet and legs, that occur when uric acid builds up in the joints. See also: Chronic gouty arthritis
Slide 3 : Symptoms *Fever (sometimes) *Joint pain *Joint swelling of the affected joints *Join stiffness *Joint redness *Skin lump which may drain chalky material
Slide 4 : Treatment A prescription medicine called colchicine helps reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation associated with acute gout attacks. The medication decreases the inflammation caused by uric acid crystals within the joint. It does not decrease the uric acid levels in the bloodstream.The pain often goes away within 12 hours of starting treatment, and is completely relieved in 48 hours. Daily use of colchicine or allopurinol helps prevent future attacks. Drinking more fluids helps prevents the formation of kidney stones.Sometimes, a diet low in purines is prescribed. Organ meats, alcohol, and certain types of fish contain high levels of purines.
Slide 5 : Causes *Diabetes *Kidney disease *Obesity *Sickle cell anemia *Asymptomatic *Acute *Intercritical *Chronic Gout is caused by an overproduction of uric acid or a reduced ability of the kidney to get rid of uric acid. The exact cause is unknown. It is more common in males, postmenopausal women, and people who drink alcohol.The condition may also develop in people with:
Slide 6 : Tests & diagnosis *Blood differential *Joint x-rays (may be normal) *Synovial biopsy *Synovial fluid analysis (shows uric acid crystals) *Uric acid- blood *Uric acid - urine Tests that may be done include:
Slide 7 : Prognosis Proper treatment of acute attacks allows people to live a normal life. However, the acute form of the disease may progress to chronic gout.
Slide 8 : Prevention The disorder itself may not be preventable, but you may be avoid to avoid things that trigger your symptoms. Limit alcohol consumption and follow a low-purine diet.
Slide 9 : Complications *Side effects of medications *Chronic gouty arthritis *Kidney stones *Kidney dysfunction
Slide 10 : When to contact a doctor Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of acute gouty arthritis.

 


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