What Is The Difference Between Inflammatory Gouty Arthritis And Inflammatory Osteoarthritis?
Gouty arthritis - acute; Gout - acute; Hyperuricemia; Tophaceous gout; Tophi; Podagra; Gout - chronic; Chronic gout; Acute gout; Acute gouty arthritis
Treatment
Treatments for a sudden attack or flare-up of gout:
- Your doctor will recommend that you take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or indomethacin as soon as your symptoms begin. You will need to take prescription-strength medicines for 4 - 10 days.
- Your health care provider may...
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