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Uric acid is not very soluble in water, however water is the only way that it can be eliminated from the body. By drinking a lot of water you are enabling more uric acid to be removed with urine, sweat and via the large intestine.
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∙ 12y agoGout patients should drink water to maintain high levels of fluid to help in the dilution of compounds in the body to be released in urine. This helps to lower the build up of uric acid crystals in the blood and deposits at joints and other pain sites.
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What can you drink to help with your gout?
Water is best
Is it ok to drink a sprite if you have gout?
Yes, sprite should not affect gout.
Can Diuertics cause gout like symptoms?
Diuretics are not recommended for gout sufferers as these exacerbate the disease. Gout sufferers should drink as much water as possible as this will aid the body in getting rid of unwanted uric acid.and keep the concentration of uric acid down in the blood.
Can gout patients eat sprouts?
Yes they can.
When you have gout of the foot and take a water pill will it get take away the gout attack?
Age, high body weight, and water pill usage (diuretics) were each reported to be risk factors for gout. Dr. Shiel's Perspective: This is not really very new information, but encourages doctors and patients to emphasize weight control and to minimize the use of water pills to avoid gout attacks.
Will taking a water pill reduce pain when having a gout attack?
No, People with gout should avoid diuretics.
What should diabetics know about their gout drugs?
Some gout drugs may cause false results on certain urine sugar tests, but not on others. Diabetic patients who take gout drugs should check with their physicians to find out if their medicine will affect the results of their urine sugar tests
Why should the doses of long-term gout treatments be slowly increased?
lowering the concentration of uric acid can cause gout attacks. Thus, patients taking these medications should have the dose slowly increased (and uric acid levels slowly lowered) to prevent acute attacks of gout.
Does shrimp cause gout?
Shrimp contain a moderate level purine and can be used in moderation for patients suffering from gout.
Where can i find some gout diet foods?
Talk to your health-care provider about what foods you should eat to keep your gout symptoms in check. The Mayo Clinic website also has diet guidelines for gout patients. Other sources include www.goutdietplanning.com and www.thegoutdiet.org.
What medicine is alternative to NSAIDs for gout patients?
Cherries are good for gout. There are several natural anti-inflammatories such as tumeric and bromelain.
Is white wine save for gout?
No, they drink it.
