I am currently taking Colchisine for the Gout and the pain is getting better, but it seems to be moving. It is now in the ball of my foot. I've never had gout before and am looking for proof that this is subsiding. I am also drinking lots of fluids and drinking cherry juice and eating fresh blueberries. I've been all over the web looking for cures...now I just want some follow up on the pain and when to know when it is healing.
Dr. Waters
Gout is a disorder that results from the build-up of uric acid in the tissues or a joint—most often the joint of the big toe. An attack of gout can be miserable, marked by the following symptoms:
• Intense pain that comes on suddenly—often in the middle of the night or upon arising
• Redness, swelling, and warmth over the joint—all of which are signs of inflammation
You may be getting this in more than one joint now as it is getting worse.
Initial treatment of an attack of gout typically includes the following:
• Medications. Prescription medications or injections are used to treat the pain, swelling, and inflammation.
• Dietary restrictions. Foods and beverages that are high in purines should be avoided, since purines are converted in the body to uric acid.
• Fluids. Drink plenty of water and other fluids each day, while also avoiding alcoholic beverages, which cause dehydration.
• Immobilize and elevate the foot. Avoid standing and walking to give your foot a rest. Also, elevate your foot (level with or slightly above the heart) to help reduce the swelling. The symptoms of gout and the inflammatory process usually resolve in three to ten days with treatment. If gout symptoms continue despite the initial treatment, or if repeated attacks occur, see your physician for maintenance treatment that may involve daily medication. In cases of repeated episodes, the underlying problem must be addressed, as the build-up of uric acid over time can cause arthritic damage to the joint.
For more information, go to: http://www.stopfootpainfast.com/library/gout.cfm
Sped
I suffered a gout attack from hell a few months ago. Yes, it does move around. The attack kept moving from foot to ankle to foot to knee to other knee. It was horrible.
I did all the diet stuff and kept testing my uric acid levels, and it was always too high, despite getting slim, abstaining from alcohol, and eating a near vegetarian diet. Finally went the allopurinol route. Problem solved.
If you use colchicine, you better stock up. The price is about to go up to $ 5 a pill.
Orignal From: When gout is healing does the pain move from your toe to the ball of your foot (underneath)?
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