Joint inflammation, gout & high levels of uric acid Posted: 04-07-07 13:32pm
I've been diagnosed with high level of
uric acid past few months. And since then
i've taken anti-purine and cut down on
high probability uric acid food. Then I've
done check uo and my uric acid level went
down. after 1 month, yesterday, my left
index finger was swollen and there is no
pain. What could be the caused of it? Does
that mean my uric acid went up and
possible of gout?
Please advise.
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Gout Answer A2599 Posted: 04-20-07 04:34am
The swollen index finger may not be due to
gout. Gout attacks of the joints are
usually very painful and you aren't
experiencing pain. Inflammation of any
cause (not only gout) can cause swollen
finger. You can check your uric acid blood
level again. You can contact your primary
health doctor.
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