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Does Protonix Cause Weight Gain?

Health Encyclopedia: Gout Diagnosis

Treatment: Medications

Many patients do not require medications. During the period between gout attacks, patients are advised to avoid foods high in purines and to maintain a healthy weight. Patients should also avoid alcohol and reduce any stress.

Experts do not recommend treatment for hyperuricemia that causes no symptoms. Asymptomatic hyperuricemia usually does not lead to gout or other health problems. In addition, the drugs used to treat it are expensive and carry certain risks.

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