There are over hundred types of arthritis conditions and Gout is the most painful among them. Generally people above 50 years of age are affected most, especially men whereas it is a rare occurrence in women. Some women may develop Gout after menopause. This is considered as a chronic disease that occurs due to the deposition of needle like crystals of uric acid in the joints leading to swelling and inflammation causing acute pain. Being one of the most frequently recorded illnesses, Gout is also a genetically inherited disease. This painful condition demands thorough treatment to prevent crippling at an advanced age.
Symptoms
The most common outcome of Gout is the abnormal swelling of the big toe which becomes red and warm. Gout pain also affects other areas like elbows, knee joints, fingers, ankles, wrists. This results in the stiffness in the joints followed by severe attacks of pain often awakening a person from the sleep.
Causes and Risk factors
Blood contains a definite level of uric acid, which is regularly eliminated from the body through kidneys. When there is an abnormal rise in the blood uric levels, it starts depositing in the joints in the form of sharp crystals often forming lumps that causes the pain.
Factors that may cause Gout -
1. Too much drinking of alcohol
2. Excessive consumption of protein rich food
3. Obesity
4. High Blood pressure
5. Malfunctioning of the kidneys
6. Use of certain drugs in some cases.
Gout Treatment
Basic treatment involves changes in diet and lifestyle followed by other medications or natural remedies. Massage with Rumatone Gold oil is very helpful in gout treatment. If it is taken with Rumatone capsules it gives fast relief.
Diet
1. Purine rich food like red meat, liver, shellfish, refined and sweet foods must be avoided.
2. Blue berries, cherries, strawberries and other colorful berries must be taken regularly.
3. Drinking plenty of water, fluids and juices.
4. Eating fruits rich in Vitamin C like oranges, red capsicum, red cabbages etc. and Pineapple which is rich in Bromelain.
Treatments
The most common treatment involves the administration of NSAID, analgesics to reduce inflammation and provide relief from pain. In acute cases corticosteroids are given through short courses.
Few natural remedies that are commonly practiced in treating Gout arthritis are -
1. Raw vegetable juices that of carrot, beet and cucumber are beneficial in treating Gout. 100 ml. each of beet root and cucumber juice mixed with 300 ml. of carrot juices should be taken regularly.
2. Celery seeds and oil of Sir John's Wort herb are beneficial in treating gout.
3. Berries of Juniper blocks the synthesis of prostaglandins and are traditionally used for Gout treatment.
4. Application of cold packs, taking Epsom salt baths and regular physical workouts helps in treating Gout.
