Chronic Gouty Arthritis
Alternate Names : Gout - Chronic, Gouty Arthritis - Chronic
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Chronic Gouty Arthritis Treatment
Chronic gouty arthritis is treated with drugs like probenecid or sulfinpyrazone, which reduce uric acid levels. Another approach is to use allopurinol, which blocks the enzyme that produces uric acid, helping to reduce the level of this chemical. Patients should drink plenty of water or other fluids to decrease the risk of kidney complications.
Colchicine can be added to prevent further acute attacks. This drug can be discontinued when uric acid levels are stable (usually after 3 months), but it can also be continued at low doses to help prevent further attacks.
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