Periods of increased symptoms are called flare-ups or gout attacks.
Symptoms of gout can include the following:
Gout flare-ups in the knee can last for days or weeks.
Causes and Knee Gout Triggers
Gout is brought on by too muchuric acidin the body.
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Uric acid forms when substances calledpurinesare broken down in the body.
Purines are naturally present in cells throughout the body.
Beer contributes more significantly to gout risk than other alcoholic beverages.
Medications are often prescribed to help lower uric acid levels in the body.
Uric acid crystals can accumulate under the skin and form lumps called “tophi.”
Severe joint damage can requiretotal knee replacementsurgery.
People with chronic gout are also at higher risk forkidney stonesandkidney disease.
Gout causes pain, redness, warmth, and swelling in the affected joint.
It is diagnosed with a physical examination and other tests, such as blood work and joint aspiration.
Left untreated, gout in the knee can lead to permanent joint damage.
Medications are the primary treatment for gout.
Home remedies, such as ice and rest, can help reduce gout symptoms in the knee.
Eating a diet of low-purine foods and maintaining a healthy weight can decrease your risk of further gout flare-ups.
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