Symptoms of Drug-induced gout

The following features are indicative of Drug-induced gout:
  • intense joint pain
  • joint discomfort
  • swollen joints
  • decreased joint mobility
  • fatigue
  • high fever
  • tenderness
  • redness
  • inflammation
It is possible that Drug-induced gout shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.

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Common Causes of Drug-induced gout

The following are the most common causes of Drug-induced gout:
  • use of diuretics
  • use of alcohol

Prevention of Drug-induced gout

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Drug-induced gout. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • routinely monitor uric acid level
  • maintain adequate hydration

Occurrence of Drug-induced gout

Common Age Group

Drug-induced gout most commonly occurs in the following age group:
  • Aged > 50 years

Common Gender

Drug-induced gout can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Drug-induced gout

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Drug-induced gout:
  • Joint fluid test: To reveal the urate crystals
  • Blood test: To measure the levels of uric acid and creatinine in the blood
  • X-ray: To evaluate the causes of joint inflammation
  • Ultrasound: To detect the urate crystals in a joint or in a tophus
  • Dual energy computed tomography scan: To detect the presence of urate crystals in a joint

Complications of Drug-induced gout if untreated

Yes, Drug-induced gout causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Drug-induced gout is left untreated:
  • joint damage
  • worsening pain
  • increased risk of hypertension
  • diabetes mellitus
  • metabolic syndrome
  • chronic gout with destruction of joint surfaces
  • joint deformity
  • painless tophi
  • chronic kidney dysfunction

Self-care for Drug-induced gout

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Drug-induced gout:
  • Routinely monitor uric acid level: To prevent the progression of gout
  • Maintain adequate hydration: To prevent the gout

Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Drug-induced gout

The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Drug-induced gout:
  • Drink coffee: Helps in lowering the uric acid levels
  • Take Vitamin C supplements: Reduces the levels of uric acid in the blood
  • Eat Cherries: Lower levels of uric acid

Patient Support for Treatment of Drug-induced gout

The following actions may help Drug-induced gout patients:
  • Join a self-management education class: Gives confidence and skills to manage your gout

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Drug-induced gout.

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