How Much Fluid To Take To Reduce The Risk Of Kidney Stones
A new study has shown that increasing fluid intake reduces the risk of kidney stones in the general population… This is of particular interest to gout sufferers since their condition …
All About Gout
Gout is an inflammatory form of arthritis caused by high levels of uric acid in the bloodstream from which microscopic needle-like crystals of monosodium urate form in the joints and associated tissue.
The body’s natural inflammatory response to these crystals gives rise to the typical symptoms of a gout attack: swollen, inflamed and stiff joint(s); skin over joint red and very warm to the touch; excruciating pain.
Below you’ll discover some important aspects of gout.
Got Gout? You Might Be Less Likely to Get Alzheimer’s Disease!
There might be an upside to having gout! Here, you’ll discover how having high uric acid may help protect you against developing Alzheimer’s disease. Gout and Alzheimer’s Disease You may …
Aspirin and Gout: Why You Should Never Use Aspirin To Treat Gout
Aspirin and gout: Discover why aspirin should never be taken for a gout attack. But what if you have to take daily aspirin for a medical condition? What then? Aspirin …
Gout Attacks at Night: Study Shows Gout Attacks Twice as Likely At Night
Gout attacks at night: a new study has revealed that gout attacks are twice as likely to occur at night as during the daytime. Read on to discover how the …
Sleep Apnea and Gout: How Sleep Apnea May Be Related To Gout
Studies point to a link between sleep apnea and gout. So, if you’re a gout sufferer you might want to consider getting tested for sleep apnea. Sleep Apnea and Gout …
Uric Acid and Gout: What’s The Relationship Between Uric Acid and Gout?
Uric acid and gout: here’s a quick rundown on the link between gout and uric acid. Discover what causes gout, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. But is it curable? …
Genetics and Gout: Link Between Genetics and Gout Proved?
Genetics and gout: An international team of researchers has discovered a link between 18 new genetic variations and raised uric acid levels which leads to gout. Genetics and Gout …
Gout and Pseudogout: How to Tell the Difference
Gout and pseudogout: The following video by Joshua Hedrick, MD of the Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, gives a very good explanation of the difference between gout and pseudogout. Gout and …
Diagnosing Gout with Dr. Larry Edwards
Diagnosing gout with Dr. Edwards: In the following video Dr. Larry Edwards describes how doctors and rheumatologists diagnose gout. Diagnosing Gout The most effective way to diagnose gout is to …