Gout Flashcards
gout
A form of arthritis disease related to hyper uricemia
Hyperuricemia
A high level of irate crystal sin the blood that began to deposit in the joints causing inflammation and gouty arthritis
Who is affected more by gout
Males
Primary cause of gout
Errors in metabolism of ur icon acid and genetic disposition
Secondary cause of gout
Diet or disorders such as renal insufficiency
Chronic to fascia gout
Repeated episodes or acute gout of crystals develop under the skin w/in major organs particularly the renal system
White spots
Drug therapy for gout
Anti-inflammatory’s
Most important way to treat gout!!!
Teach ppt lifestyle changes
Low purine diet
Decrease stress
Drink lots of fluids
Acute gout treatment
NSAIDs
Colchecine
Indomethacin
Treat chronic gout
Allopurinol
Allopurinol
Take daily, drink lots of water
Reduces Uris production
NOT an anti-inflammatory
What to avoid consuming w/gout
High in purines
Anchovies, scallops, sardines, mussels, Roe(fish eggs), beef, organ meats, pork, lamb, beer, liquor, sugary drinks, spinach, cauliflower, asparagus, mushrooms, oatmeal, peas, dried beans
Does cartilage regenerate?
No… Once it’s gone it’s gone
