This article will explain what gout looks like, how to treat it, and the side effects. What is gout? Gout is one of more than 100 types of arthritis. It is considered to be the most severe and painful. It is responsible for approximately 5% of all arthritis conditions. It is caused when needle-like crystals form in your joints, muscles, and surrounding tissue. Gout symptoms include redness, swelling and stiffness, inflammation, heat to the touch, excruciating pain, and inflammation.
Hyperuricea
Gout crystals are usually caused by high blood levels of uric acid, also known as hyperuricea. Gout patients need to lower their uric acid levels and keep them at healthy, low levels. This will help you to avoid recurring gout and all its associated dangers (see below). But where did uric acid originate? It is a byproduct of the body’s normal metabolism process where chemical compounds known as ‘purines play an active role. Uric acid is formed when these compounds are broken down.
High levels of uric acid can result from a lack of kidney function or excessive production. Crystal formation is the next step. Then comes gout. Gout attacks are usually treated with drug-based medications. These medications are used to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. To prevent further attacks, there are other medications that lower uric acid levels.
Side Effects
Although drugs can be very effective for many people, they can also cause nausea, stomach cramps and bleeding, ulcers, diarrhea, and other side effects. Many people who are suffering from gout have been advised to stop using them. Gout can be treated naturally, however. Gout sufferers are turning to natural remedies with great success. Gout naturally can be treated in two ways. It can treat the symptoms and prevent recurring gout.
The first objective is obvious, as the symptoms can be so severe that it makes it difficult to go about your daily activities. The second objective is not about preventing more pain and misery but rather about preventing the serious repercussions from frequent gout attacks (i.e. Permanent joint damage, kidney problems, and even kidney stones are all possible. Let’s get to the point, treating gout symptoms.
Natural Treatments
- Drink plenty of water every day, at least 12 x 8oz glasses. This helps to keep you hydrated, which helps prevent crystal formation and helps your kidneys work more efficiently during an attack.
- During an attack, you can eat between 30-40 cherries every four hours. Cherries are rich in natural anti-inflammatory and blood uric acid reducing properties.
- Vitamin C is important for reducing uric acids levels and increasing urinary excretion. This can be achieved by eating lots of fruits and vegetables, as well as taking supplements.
Prevention
Let’s now discuss prevention. Gout symptoms can be removed easily using natural methods. However, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle that prevents future attacks. There are many issues you need to address. It is too much to list here. These include your weight, overall health, medications, underlying conditions, family history of Gout, and your diet. Particularly important is your diet and weight.