The following methods of treatment for gout are based on personal experience and research only, theses practices are provided to help and advise sufferers of gout and are intended for information purposes only. The following methods are not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, one should always consult one's doctor prior to using any alternative or complimentary methods of treatment.
The Fastest way of Relieve Your Painful Gout Attack
Use the medication your doctor has prescribed for treating your gout attacks. If this is your first attack or if you do not have any prescribed medication to treat your gout you can use an over-the-counter NSAID (non steroid anti inflammatory drug)such as Ibuprofen, although not as strong, when combined with one of the following tips, will work just as well.
Recommended dosage for treating an unbearable gout attack.
Ibuprofen, take 800 mg 4 times a day
Reduce the dosage as the attack subsides and stop as soon as possible.
See your doctor as soon as possible for a steroid or non-steroidal injection, to quickly reduce the pain.
Remove tight clothing from the affected area and avoid any pressure on the joint, remove shoes and socks if the affected area is located in the big toe or foot area.
Quickly apply an anesthetic spray, or lotion to the affected area, which will help to numb the pain.
Don't use aspirin as it can worsen the gout attack.
Avoid all alcohol, any acidic foods and drinks, a low carb diet,orange juice,tomatoes,citrus fruits, red meat as they will make the condition worse and in many cases prolong the gout attack.
Drink at least 2 liters of alkaline water,(mineral) with a pH level of 7 daily.
You need to alkalize your body and increase it's blood PH level to around 7, the quickest way I have found of doing this is by the use of ordinary baking soda (nothing special here, just the backing powder you probably already have in your kitchen cupboard). Mix half a teaspoon of baking soda to a medium, half pint sized glass of mineral or filtered water and drink every four hours (do not exceed more than four glasses in one day). Baking soda, is known to accelerate the urinary excretion of excess uric acid and will remove the build up of the uric acid crystals from around the affected joint. Baking soda, due to its acid level, increases the effectiveness of NSAIDs. Please note, due to the high sodium content of the backing soda, avoid using any other forms of salt while using baking soda due to its high sodium content. Using backing soda is not advisable for people who suffer with high blood pressure, or heart conditions.
Remember to get your doctor's approval before trying this.
Use ice to cool the effected joint & reduce swelling and pain.
Rest joint until gout is completely gone, premature use of the affected joint may prolong or bring back the attack.
Find out all you can about your gout condition so you twill be able to prevent and treat future attacks in a sustainable way, use the right approach and you may never have to worry about having another attack. Be prepared, gout usually starts with little or no warning. This quick remedy is designed to address an acute and unforeseen attack and while very effective is not the best way of treating and preventing gout in the long term. Stop using this method when your attack is over and find a sustainable method of relief.
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