Gout
Published on Nov 21, 2015
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PRESENTATION OUTLINE
GOUT
- Type of arthritis
- Sometimes known as "Disease of Kings"
- Was thought to be caused by a king like diet
- The king diet theory was found to be false
CAUSES
- Over accumulation of uric acid
- Urate crystals build up in joints
- Acid build up is due to a person's diet
- Shellfish, red meats, alcohol, and sugary things
- Kidneys can't remove this acid well enough
EFFECTS ON AFFLICTED
- Anyone is susceptible to getting gout
- Effects 3 million Americans
- Rarely found in children
- Can be hereditary
- Linked to obesity, diabetes, and hypertension
EFFECTS ON AFFLICTED (2)
- Seriously effects the person's quality of life
- Treatment participation is very necessary
- People with gout have a risk of developing chronic arthritis
- Lifestyle adjustments must be made to control gout
- Attacks are painful, discomfort can linger for long periods of time
SYMPTOMS
- Intense joint pain
- Lingering discomfort
- Inflammation/redness
- Hands, feet, ankles, knees are common spots for gout
TREATMENT
- Acute attacks battled with medicines
- Anti inflammatory drugs are most commonly used
- They give quick pain relief
- Tolerated well by most people
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TREATMENT (2)
- Drugs to prevent uric acid build up can also be taken
- The arthritis drug Anakinra can be used for severe gout
- Diet changes are a big part of managing this disease
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CONCLUSION
- Gout is a painful disease that can effect anyone
- There is no true cure for it
- It negatively effects the lives of those with it greatly
- Medications and life changes are the only way to control it
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