AIRARMSTX200 Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 (edited) anyone else on here suffer with gout. had it since last sunday been off work all week started back yesterday beleive me the pain is unbeleivable got it in my left big toe this time but had it in hands ankles wrists yes wrists no ( jokes ) please if you have had it before you will understand the constant throbbing pain completely disables the joint turns to crystal form or crystal needles across the joint. Edited February 17, 2008 by AIRARMSTX200 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbob Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 Aye i get gout as well Kung Po ducks a no no for me as well as chocalate to much tea or coffee can start a attack as well .It was my big toe as well it doubled in size and i couldn't bend it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayward Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 ibuprofen and loads and loads of water wash the urate out of you also you may laugh but black cherry juice or Black cherry extract available in tablet form.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AIRARMSTX200 Posted February 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 ive had loads of ibuprofen but then it gives you high blood preasure. now been prescribed ....... naproxen 500 mg they seem to work better i will try the other you suggested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 You have my sympathy as my Grandfather suffered from it and eventually lost his big toes to it Unfortunately nothing seemed to help him, though that was 15-20 years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr W Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 How do get gout? Is it something to do with a rich life style, port and Henry VIII. That's my total knowledge on subject. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
col s10 Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 got the teashirt.dont eat quote BIRD unquote.chicken has an acid that causes gout, also if you drink wine dont .loads of water. trust me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazbrit Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 I know how you feel mate. Got it myself a few weeks ago for the first time and it is painful. My doctor gave me indometacin and it worked like a treat and havn't had it since. Apparently tests have just shown that fizzy pop and fructose are really bad for setting it off. But like a few posts have said drinking lots of water helps disolve the crystals that form in your joints that give you the pain(uric acid). Got a few tablets left if you want some sending down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonno 357 Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 So what is this gout all about then? Is it an unhealth life style? Do you get it from smoking or drinking? Eating **** food ? What is it? Jonno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazbrit Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 The old port and stilton is a bit of an old wives tail, but certain foods don't help at all. Apparently it's a build up of uric acid(something to do with your urine) that solidifies into crystals around your joints, basically it's like having broken glass under your skin. I just woke up with it one morning and it felt like someone had walloped my big toe with a lump hammer. It really is that painful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGD Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 Presription Alipurinol (?spelling) - take it every day (gout or not), the gout gets worse before it gets better at first then stabilises and you're sorted. My old man had it. Think this drug can be bad for your kidneys but if you can't walk what use are your kidneys...? Trip to the GP. WGD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranfield Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 I get occassional twinges in the large toes on my left foot that have been diagnosed as gout, but they only last a matter of minutes, so I can deal with that. Being a prolific producer of kidney stones it apparently makes me an almost dead cert for gout. My doctor said its all to do with uric acids ( or something like that), one thing I make sure to do is drink lots of water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mungler Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 Acid crystals. Tea, coffee, pop, booze anything acidic and you are odds on for it. Jayward's on the money - water and a healthy lifestyle. Anyways, that's me ******. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGD Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 Anyways, that's me ******. That's why Dad took to the permanent medication - no point being able to walk if you can't get to the bar... WGD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_colt Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 (edited) Not sure whether opioids would be prescribed at first by your doc for treating gout pain but; They should greatly ease the pain but wont actually ease the inflamation however; alongside anti-inflamatory treatment they should help at lot in the mornings and at night. The last thing you want is pain keeping you awake; believe me I know how nasty that can be. Most commonly scripted opioids (Tramadol, dihydrocodeine etc) have a fairly low risk level if taken properly. Though you may find they will make you too drowsy to drive/shoot if you mix them with alcohol, so it's best to avoid the drink if you go onto them. If conventional NSAID's (Ibprofen etc) are not working; then you doc might give you a shot of cortizone to directly ease the inflamation. NSAID's also carry the risk of burning holes in your stomach lining if you take them for a period of time so; it's important you see your GP about it and keep him/her updated of how it is progressing. mr_colt. Edited February 17, 2008 by mr_colt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapper063 Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 ive got it now in my left knee its no joke worse when i go to bet cant straighten my leg out and even worse i cant go hunting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunk Posted February 17, 2008 Report Share Posted February 17, 2008 I get it in my big toe,ankle, and elbow. All on the left. It builds up if i`m not paying attention and feels at first like i`ve twisted or hurt the joint. If i dont take any anti inflamatories it really comes home to roost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleaner4hire Posted February 18, 2008 Report Share Posted February 18, 2008 a good friend of mine had a bout of gout (hehe that rhymes) after he spent a few weeks eating alot of oily fish, sardines if i remember correctly, he wasnt a happy bunny either! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbob Posted February 18, 2008 Report Share Posted February 18, 2008 The hospital thought it was good crack to ask if i wanted a glass of port ect while i was waiting a attack of gout can be brought on by eating rich food drink ect .But im supposed to take Allopurinol bp 300 mg but i prefer watching what i eat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy75 Posted February 18, 2008 Report Share Posted February 18, 2008 I've had it on and off for the past 2 years now. Ibuprofen doesn't touch it, but Diclofenac does. I walk 40 miles a week (at least) with the dogs, and pretty much watch what I eat (still fat tho!). Found that I get it after drinking more than 2 bottles of Budweiser, or if I have any rich gravies at all. Definitely stay away from all offal - it'll cripple you for weeks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_colt Posted February 20, 2008 Report Share Posted February 20, 2008 All I can advise is to get medical treatment asap. See your GP if it's that bad they he should be getting u to see a specialist ASAP. Tell your GP how bad the pain is and say you really like something to ease it. It's no fun suffering in silence, the sooner you get a proper treatment regime the better. Best to stop this gout worsening now as it would be a great shame if it kept you out of the field for a prolonged period of time. I saw what gout (among other things) did to my grandfather because he simply didn't actively pursue medical treatment. He ended up horribly crippled because he just tried t grit his teeth and carry on until it was really too late. I'm sure your GP is a good doc but you have to be the one actively communicating with these people if you want to get the right treatment. If it spreads or gets any worse then you really need to make an appointment or goto an emergency surgery asap. Best Wishes, mr_colt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AIRARMSTX200 Posted February 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2008 All I can advise is to get medical treatment asap. See your GP if it's that bad they he should be getting u to see a specialist ASAP. Tell your GP how bad the pain is and say you really like something to ease it. It's no fun suffering in silence, the sooner you get a proper treatment regime the better. Best to stop this gout worsening now as it would be a great shame if it kept you out of the field for a prolonged period of time. I saw what gout (among other things) did to my grandfather because he simply didn't actively pursue medical treatment. He ended up horribly crippled because he just tried t grit his teeth and carry on until it was really too late. I'm sure your GP is a good doc but you have to be the one actively communicating with these people if you want to get the right treatment. If it spreads or gets any worse then you really need to make an appointment or goto an emergency surgery asap. Best Wishes, mr_colt. thank you all for your imput i have been docs and been prescribed naproxen 500mg tablets been taking three a day now for over a week and nearly cleared up had a blood test just waiting for test results to see how mutch uric acid im producing then take it from there. also my dad down with it at mo got it in his right knee thanks dad. he can blame his dad.havn't had a drink for nearly two weeks and watching what i eat any way thanks again now im better i can go airgunning saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_colt Posted February 22, 2008 Report Share Posted February 22, 2008 All I can advise is to get medical treatment asap. See your GP if it's that bad they he should be getting u to see a specialist ASAP. Tell your GP how bad the pain is and say you really like something to ease it. It's no fun suffering in silence, the sooner you get a proper treatment regime the better. Best to stop this gout worsening now as it would be a great shame if it kept you out of the field for a prolonged period of time. I saw what gout (among other things) did to my grandfather because he simply didn't actively pursue medical treatment. He ended up horribly crippled because he just tried t grit his teeth and carry on until it was really too late. I'm sure your GP is a good doc but you have to be the one actively communicating with these people if you want to get the right treatment. If it spreads or gets any worse then you really need to make an appointment or goto an emergency surgery asap. Best Wishes, mr_colt. thank you all for your imput i have been docs and been prescribed naproxen 500mg tablets been taking three a day now for over a week and nearly cleared up had a blood test just waiting for test results to see how mutch uric acid im producing then take it from there. also my dad down with it at mo got it in his right knee thanks dad. he can blame his dad.havn't had a drink for nearly two weeks and watching what i eat any way thanks again now im better i can go airgunning saturday I'm glad to hear it's getting better for you, good to hear you will be air gunning tomorrow: Any longer and I fear the bunnies will be thinking they can get away with murder. mr_colt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sprinter Posted February 22, 2008 Report Share Posted February 22, 2008 I've had gout for 5/6 years now. Unfortunately i don't like popping pills on a daily basis so..... I have allopurinol which i take on an ad-hoc basis, as soon as i feel any slight stiffmess at all in any joint i get on it. I can usually predict and head off an attack this way. If i have let it get a tad too far and it looks like going pete I hit the naproxen. If I have really ****** up i have a small stash of indomethacin that i have ,erm, borrowed from a fellow sufferer that does the trick quickly. It is absolutely no fun at all if you let it get a proper hold and try and ride it out. Not being able to walk is not an option and it is a very serious side effect of acute gout. I can't bear to even try and put a sock on let alone put my foot on the floor and i consider that i have a fairly high pain threshold. As for ibuprofen pffft, gout just laughs in it's face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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