Patient's question:
I am 53 years old. Recently, as I have gotten older, I have been experiencing leg pain. I have previously visited the immunology department, but the effect was not significant. I have taken both Chinese and Western medicine, especially when the weather changes, I feel uncomfortable. How should I treat gouty arthritis?Doctor's answer:
Gouty arthritis is caused by the deposition of uric acid in the joint capsule, bursae, cartilage, bone, and other tissues, leading to damage and inflammatory reactions. It often has a genetic component and is more common in males over 40 years of age. It frequently affects the first metatarsophalangeal joint but can also occur in other larger joints, particularly those in the ankles and feet. In addition to medication, appropriate dietary choices are of great significance in controlling the onset and progression of the disease. Limit the intake of high-purine foods; restrict high-calorie, high-protein diets and control total food intake; consume more alkaline foods and drink plenty of water to promote uric acid excretion.