Thursday, August 9, 2007

Some Remedies for Gout

Gout attacks are sudden and often occur at night. The excruciating pain may last for days, leaving the joints inflamed and making movements painful. Gout is the result of over-production or under-excretion of uric acid. Middle-aged, over-weight males, having a family history of gout are specific victims in most cases. Unfortunately, there exists no absolute or definite cure for gout. A sufferer may undertake some measures to alleviate the pain and leave with this affliction. At the time of the gout attack, the affected joint should be rested at an elevation to ease the pain. The pain stems from the inflammation surrounding the joint. So it is a better option to resort to painkillers that are anti-inflammatory as well, like ibuprofen. However, is the dosage mentioned View the rest of this article


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