Gout and Hyperuricemia | Symptoms, cause and natural treatment

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Gout and Hyperuricemia | Symptoms, cause and natural treatment

Gout and hyperuricaemia: Here you can read about symptoms, clinical signs, cause and natural treatment - as well as old women's advice. Useful information and good advice for you who have gout.

 



High concentration of uric acid in the blood is called hyperuricemia in the medical language. Uric acid is formed by the breakdown of food and nutrients - the uric acid is filtered out of the kidneys and out of the body through the urine when the water is passed. But with overproduction of uric acid, solid crystal lumps can form inside various joints - and it is this diagnosis that is called gout. The condition affects many and can cause pain and symptoms in joints - such as joint swelling, redness and significant pressure soreness on the affected joint. Feel free to share the article for a better understanding of this disease. Feel free to follow us too via social media.

 

TIP: Many people with gout in the big toe like to use toe pullers og specially adapted compression socks (the link opens in a new window) to increase circulation and limit the load on the affected area.

 

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Cause: Why do you get gout?

There are several possible reasons why one is affected by too high concentrations of uric acid in the blood, as well as gout. One of the most common reasons is that the kidneys do not filter away enough of the uric acid itself - and thus an excess of this builds up which can cause uric acid clots in the joints. Another cause is obesity, eating foods with high levels of uric acid, too much alcohol, diabetes or diuretics (medicines that make you urinate more often than usual).

 



Besides the aforementioned reasons, genetic factors, metabolic problems, medications, psoriasis or cancer treatment can also cause uric acid gout.

 

Symptoms and clinical signs: How do you know if you have gout?

Too high levels of uric acid in the blood will cause gout in the joints - and then most normally in the big toe joint. Associated symptoms and clinical signs include swelling in the joints, redness and pressure soreness - as well as intense joint pain that is at its worst in the first 12 - 24 hours after the gout has occurred. Symptoms may persist for days or up to several weeks. Over time - if the problem is not addressed - then uric acid crystals can also form in other joints.

 

Recommended Self-Help for Rheumatic and Chronic Pain

Soft sooth compression gloves - Photo Medipaq

Click on the image to read more about compression gloves.

  • Toe pullers (used to separate the toes and thus prevent bent toes - such as hallux valgus, bent big toe)
  • Mini tapes (many with rheumatic and chronic pain feel that it is easier to train with custom elastics)
  • Trigger point Balls (self-help to work the muscles on a daily basis)
  • Arnica cream or heat conditioner (many people report some pain relief if they use, for example, arnica cream or heat conditioner)

- Many people use arnica cream for pain due to stiff joints and sore muscles. Click on the image above to read more about how arnica cream can help relieve some of your pain situation.

 

Remedies: Natural treatment of gout: Apple cider vinegar and lemon juice

There are common medications to fight gout - but one can also use natural remedies to cure the disease. Two of these "home remedies" are apple cider vinegar and lemon juice.

 

Apple cider vinegar and lemon juice are well-known, natural home remedies that are used for a number of problems - such as elevated levels of uric acid in the body. Apple cider vinegar can act as a natural cleanser by helping the body remove high levels of waste products. It also contains malic acid which chemically helps to break down uric acid. It can also help the body maintain a healthy acid level in the body - while also contributing its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.

Recipe: According to publications (Goutandyou.com), a teaspoon of raw and untreated apple cider vinegar is added to a glass of water. Then take this drink two to three times a day. In some cases, you can also add two teaspoons instead of one. This drink can help reduce uric acid levels in the body - but should not be exaggerated, as it can reduce potassium levels in the body.

 



Lemon juice can also help neutralize uric acid. As a citrus fruit, lemon has a naturally high level of vitamin C - which, thanks to its strong antioxidant properties, helps to break down the high concentrations of uric acid. Lemon juice is ingested by squeezing the juice of a fresh lemon into a glass of warm water before drinking it on an empty stomach in the morning. This drink can be drunk every day.

 

Diet: Avoid foods that have high levels of purine in them

It is often said that prevention is the best cure. Therefore, avoid foods that contain high levels of purine - as these cause an increase in uric acid in the body. Purine is found in most ingredients - but some of the most purine-rich dishes are meat, sardines, herring, anchovies, bacon, peas and asparagus - to name a few.

High uric acid may lead to the formation of crystals or gout, which is very painful to the joints. Along with home remedies that can be done, uric acid can be managed through medical consultation for proper assessment, planning, implementation, education, and evaluation.

 

Summary

As mentioned earlier, elevated levels of uric acid in the blood can lead to uric acid crystals in the joints - which is very painful. In addition to the mentioned natural treatment methods, gout can also be treated medically through a careful assessment and treatment plan - which, among other things, places a high focus on diet.

 

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Inflammation of the Fingers

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Inflammation of the Fingers

Inflammation of the finger joints is often associated with rheumatism and gout. But can also occur due to overload or damage.

 

- What is Inflammation of the Finger Joints?

First, it is important to define what an arthritis is. Medically, it is called an arthritis. This involves a reaction from the immune system and your body. In the event of a damage mechanism, extra blood supply and nutrients will be sent to the area to defend it. Thus, due to increased fluid in the joint and inflammation, the area will swell. The joint may become pressure sore, reddish and painful. Remember that it is important to distinguish between an inflammation and an infection.

 

Article: Inflammation of the Finger Joints

Last updated: 29.03.2022

 

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Causes of inflammation of the finger joints

We can quickly divide the causes of finger inflammation into the following three main categories:

  • 1. Injuries (Clamping)
  • 2. Infection
  • Rheumatism and autoimmune responses

 

Inflammatory reactions are a natural defense mechanism

As mentioned above, inflammation of the finger joints can be caused by several different causes. But remember that inflammatory reactions are a natural way for the body to defend itself. An inflammation (mild inflammatory response) is a normal natural response when soft tissue, muscle, joint tissue or tendons become irritated or damaged. It is when this inflammatory process becomes too great that greater inflammation can occur.

 

Injuries (Clamping of the finger)

Let's say you squeezed your finger in the door. The pinching has led to a soft tissue injury and the body will react immediately. Increased amounts of blood plasma and fluid are sent to the injured finger, which results in increased fluid content (swelling), pain, heat development and reddish skin. Often the swelling will be most evident in the finger joint closest to the pinched area. As the injury heals, the swelling will gradually decrease.

 

2. Infection

Swollen and inflamed finger joints can be caused by septic arthritis. This type of arthritis can affect any joint in the body - including the finger joints - and will also cause fever, chills and pain in the body. The infection is usually caused by yellow staphylococci. A bakery that is usually harmless, but that can infect untreated wounds and cuts in the skin. Therefore, remember the importance of always cleaning a wound, at least with soap and water, if you have an open wound. This is especially important for the elderly and people with reduced immune systems.

 

With untreated septic arthritis, the inflammatory reaction will be greater and greater - and can eventually lead to damage to the joint. Aspiration testing of the synovial fluid will show high levels of leukocytes. These are white blood cells that fight infections. The person may also have a rash on CRP and a high level of white blood cells during blood test.

 

Rheumatism

  • Rheumatic arthritis
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Gout
  • Lupus

There are several types of rheumatic diagnoses that can cause inflammation of the finger joints. However, they stand out in different ways in relation to which joints are affected - and in what way.

 

Rheumatic arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis in the hand - Photo Wikimedia

Rheumatoid arthritis of the hand - Photo Wikimedia

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune diagnosis in which the body's own immune system attacks its own joints. The diagnosis can lead to joint pain, joint stiffness, swelling and degenerative damage to the joints. Characteristically, the rheumatic diagnosis will strike symmetrically - that is, it occurs equally on both sides. If the left hand is affected, the right hand will also be affected. The fingers and hands are, unfortunately, among the most vulnerable areas for people with this type of rheumatism.

 

The diagnosis is made using blood tests that show positive results for rheumatic factor and antibodies. X-rays can help to reveal the extent of joint impact and joint damage. Rheumatoid arthritis, like lupus, can lead to significant deformities in the hands and fingers over time.

 

Psoriatic arthritis

Many people have heard of the skin disease psoriasis. Fewer are aware that around 30% of people with this diagnosis also develop the rheumatic diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis. It is, like rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune diagnosis that can affect the joints and cause joint pain.

 

In psoriatic arthritis, it is the outer finger joints that are affected (often called DIP joints after the English abbreviation). This is the joint closest to the fingertips, and this can result in what is called dactylitis, which is a swelling that causes the entire finger (or toe) to swell. The swelling gives a "sausage-like" appearance - and the term "sausage fingers" often refers to this type of swelling.

 

Psoriatic arthritis can cause a long list of symptoms

Psoriatic arthritis can, in addition to inflammation and swelling in the fingers, cause a number of other symptoms - such as:

  • 'Search' in the nails and nail damage
  • Pain in tendons and ligaments
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Eye Inflammation (Iris Inflammation)
  • Digestive problems (including constipation and diarrhea)
  • Organ damage

 

Who gets inflammation of the finger joints?

Considering that inflammation in the finger joints can also occur due to wounds and pinching injuries, then in fact everyone can be affected by finger joint inflammation. However, it is also a possible sign of rheumatic disease, especially if it occurs symmetrically on both sides. Contact your GP for examination and assessment if you notice that you have symptoms of rheumatism. Hen will be able to help you assess the cause of the inflammation, as well as see if you have a rash for rheumatic diagnoses on the blood test.

 

Diagnosis of inflammation of the finger joints

Inflammation of the finger joints often gives characteristic symptoms such as swelling, redness and pressure soreness. But it is especially the underlying factors one is looking for when diagnosing. Blood tests can test for several types of rheumatism. At the same time, an X-ray examination of the finger joints can examine for wear changes or damage reactions on the joints.

 

Treatment and Self-treatment for Inflammation of the Finger Joints

We divide this part of the article into two categories - treatment and self-treatment. Here we are first talking about forms of treatment that can be sought through experts in musculoskeletal disorders. Then we take a closer look at which self-measures you should try if you have rheumatoid arthritis.

 

Treatment of inflammation of the finger joints

  • Anti-inflammatory drugs (anti-inflammatory drugs)
  • Physiotherapy
  • Kinesio taping and sports taping
  • Laser Therapy

Contact your GP for advice on anti-inflammatory drugs. Many will recognize themselves in the list until they see low-dose laser therapy. The form of treatment is safe and has a well-documented effect against arthritis to reduce swelling and pain in the hands and fingers. Studies have, among other things, been able to show a clear decrease in ring finger size, less swelling and pain relief (1). A common treatment plan with laser therapy is 5-7 consultations. One could also see a sustained improvement for up to 8 weeks after the last treatment. Laser therapy is performed by certain modern chiropractors and physiotherapists. We offer laser therapy at all our departments The pain clinics.

 

Self-measures against inflammation of the finger joints

  • Compression gloves
  • Daily hand exercises

If you suffer from regular rheumatic inflammation of the fingers, you should try to use special compression gloves (link opens in new window) daily. These can relieve pain and contribute to improved hand function. Many also report the effect of sleeping with them on. We give this advice to all our patients who are bothered by this type of symptomatology. In addition to this, it has been documented that daily hand exercises can help maintain grip strength and everyday function (2). We show you an example of a training program with video just below here.

 

Exercises and Exercise for Inflammation of the Finger Joints

Remember to adjust the daily exercises, both in terms of the number of repetitions and sets, according to the inflammation. Otherwise, remember that doing some exercises every day is much better than nothing. In the video below, chiropractor Alexander Andorff shows by Lambertseter Chiropractor Center and Physiotherapy develop a hand training program.

 

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Sources and Research:

1. Baltzer et al, 2016. Positive effects of low level laser therapy (LLLT) on Bouchard's and Heberden's osteoarthritis. Lasers Surg Med. 2016 Jul; 48 (5): 498-504.

2. Williamson et al, 2017. Hand exercises for patients with rheumatoid arthritis: an extended follow-up of the SARAH randomized controlled trial. BMJ Open. 2017 Apr 12; 7 (4): e013121.

 

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