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GoutHurts

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New to Forum Posted: 01-07-07 10:57am


Greetings--i am glad to see there is a forum for gout sufferers. I am 36 male, started getting attacks about three years ago. Typical case; had an attack in big toe, lasted a day. Had another one nine months later (worse) lasted a day, had another 6 months later (very bad) lasted almost a week. Finally went to the doctor was diagnosed. Was given ibuprofen (500 mg) which did nothing. I got to the point where I was having an attack every four months. Mainly in my instep, where the pain is viscous!!! My (former) pcp did not believe in prescribing pain medication (e.G. Vicodin) to relieve gout attacks--he obviously never had an attack. He would typically give me presnodolyne (sp) or some sort of nsaid. These would take effect in a day or two---but still kept me on my crutches and crawling around the floor with drool coming out of my mouth due to the pain. I had an attack last week on my index finger (first non-foot related attack). It was something fierce. I finally agreed to start allopurin (sp?). What I wasn't told was that it can prolong an attack if you take it during one. Of course, once the pain left my hand it went right to my foot again. I'm now looking for a new pcp. One that will give me true pain medication along with nsaids when I have an attack. Do your doctors ever give you pain pills for your gout attacks? I think some of them don't truly understand the pain. I broke my hand once, and the last gout attack in my hand hurt worse. If they prescribe pain killers for torn tendons, broken bones, etc, why not for something that hurts worse. I feel kind of creepy asking the doctor for pain killers, but I can not function at all when I am having an attack (can't sleep, can't eat, can't even think properly). It's living in true hell. Sorry to be so long winded. Excuse my french here, but gout sucks! Look forward to your comments. Thanks!

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Posted: 01-07-07 11:06am


I should also mention a few other things (to be even more long-winded). I am about 30 pounds overweight (and am working on that). I gave up my absolute favorite food a few years ago--buffalo wings. i still enjoy a cold beer and am not convinced it precedes an attack. I've had an attack without having a beer in a month. 99% of my attacks occur at night. I've had the odd attack start in the middle of the day. In the three years i've started having attacks, i've had about 20--which is an extremely high amount.

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Posted: 01-07-07 16:05pm


A few info below: 1) if a gout attack is treated within an hour of the first twinge, it will subside without causing problems. But if you wait for a day or two before treating it, it becomes a war and no medicine works well. 2) you need an effective dosage of a med to work properly. 500 mg (a day?) of ibuprofen will do nothing for a full-blown attack. The recommended dosage for such condition is 800 mg 4 times a day! 3) if you treat the attack with proper amount of an nsaid, or colchicine, the pain will subside. You do not need vicodin, a narcotic which is not anti-inflammatory and can be habit-forming. 4) more info can be found in "emergency gout treatment" section in http://www.Icuredmygout.Org . Good luck

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Posted: 01-08-07 13:50pm


I appreciate your response, and with all do respect have to differ with you regarding "true" pain medication. I have had attacks so severe that the nsaid or steroids took up to a full day until the pain became tolerable. I typically rank the attacks 1-10 based on the level of pain. Once I had an 9, and received a steroid shot and nsaids. It took about 8-12 hours to get it to a 4. I don't feel anyone should endure the pain I was in during those 8-12 hours waiting for the steroids/nsaid to kick in. It helps your body fight off the crystals, but the reason one needs help is due to the pain. If someone has gout, they will use their narcotic pain medication very wisely--as it's important to have some on hand. Thanks again!

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Posted: 01-08-07 14:26pm


For a period of 15 years, I too suffered from gout that attacked overnight, usually in my instep. Every nsaid and alternative medication that I tried began to lose its effectiveness over time. My gout was finally cured right after my sleep apnea was resolved. You can read about my experience and learn why gout results from sleep apnea at www.Freewebs.Com/goutcure< /a> . The best advice that I can offer to you or anyone with gout is to make sure that you don't have sleep apnea. Over the long term it significantly elevates the risk for so many serious consequences, and the risk of developing those consequences gradually returns to normal after the sleep apnea is resolved.

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Suggestion For Gout Attack Treatment Posted: 01-25-07 21:34pm


During an acute episode of gout, you may not feel much like eating. This response is useful; as it helps your body focus on eliminating the uric acid and discourages you from eating foods that may make the condition worse. When the pain begins, start a three-day juice fast; drink large quantities of cherry juice and green drinks (wheat grass, chlorella, spirulina, etc.) and include plenty of clean water and herbal teas. This fast will help speed the elimination of uric acid and reduce inflammation. Do not fast for more than three days, however, as prolonged periods without food can have a reverse effect and actually raise the levels of uric acid in your body. After the fast, limit yourself to raw fruits and vegetables (along with juices, herbal teas, and water) for several days or until the pain subsides. These foods will encourage further elimination of uric acid and will realkalinize your body’s internal environment. We represent mitamins, an on-line company supplying customized vitamin supplements to the usa. We hope this information may be of interest to you. Gout is a form of arthritis that occurs when crystals of uric acid accumulate in a joint, leading to the sudden development of pain and inflammation. People with gout either over-produce uric acid or are less efficient than other people at eliminating it. The joint of the big toe is the most common site to accumulate uric acid crystals, although other joints may be affected. Dr balch's nutritional team has created a formula for gout that contains ingredients that assist with the reduction of uric acid in the body. Components with strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties are also included. Vitamins c can help uric acid to free itself from the tissues and be excreted in the urine. Nettle is a diuretic that helps to clear out excess liquid and uric acid. Quercetin is a bioflavonoid which possesses beneficial antioxidant qualities. Blueberry has the highest antioxidant activity compared with over 40 other commercially available fruits and vegetables. Flaxseed contains essential fatty acids which reduce inflammation. Bromelain helps protein digestion and has shown anti-inflammatory effects. Dr. Balch works with mitamins to provide custom-made natural remedies for anyone who wants an all-in-one daily supplement that addresses all their health concerns, as well as providing the vitamins and minerals needed for optimum health and wellness. If you are concerned or unsure about your symptoms, please contact your healthcare provider for professional medical advice.