Patient's question:
My grandfather has been suffering from gouty arthritis for many years and has been resting at home. Recently, my school started, and the whole family wants to visit him. I want to buy some good medicine for him, but I don't know which one to choose. Could you please advise on what medicine is best for gouty arthritis?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you explained, gout is a metabolic disorder of purine breakdown, where uric acid cannot be excreted from the body and deposits in the joints, leading to joint pain. During acute recurrence, colchicine and indomethacin can be taken to relieve inflammation. After the pain subsides, benzbromarone or feburasone can be used to lower uric acid levels. Avoid consuming animal organs, seafood, meat broth, hot pot soup, spinach, beans, bean products, etc. Strictly prohibit alcohol consumption. Eat more vegetables and fruits, and drink plenty of water to promote uric acid metabolism.