GOUT Flashcards
1
Q
DDx for Gout?
A
- Osteomyelitis
- Cellulitis
- stress fracture
- Charcot in 1st MPJ
2
Q
How to Diagnose gout?
A
- Joint aspiration
- Fluid sample from the joint
- Good Hx
- X-ray rule out trauma and charcot
3
Q
What treatment is recommended for Gout?
A
-Colchicine 1mg ASAP 500mg 1 hour later
4
Q
Ongoing treatment for Gout?
A
- Allopurinol
- Diet changes address risk factors
5
Q
Other than GP who else may a gout pt see?
A
- Dietician
- Rheumatology
- Personal trainer lose weight?
6
Q
What must we do if a pt had no Hx of GOUT
A
- GP
- Colchicine is a shared care drug
