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Gout, the most common form of inflammatory arthritis, can wreak havoc on the body. The good news? It’s easily managed with the right help. Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed, care for someone suffering, or are a medical professional treating the disease, the Kicking Gout in the Acid podcast can help you learn more.
In this episode of Kicking Gout in the Acid, Dr. Larry Edwards is joined by Gout Education Society Board of Directors member Dr. Paul Doghramji, certified family practice physician at Collegeville Family Practice and physician advisor at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The two discuss the many myths and misconceptions surrounding gout related to such topics as its prevalence, cause, treatment strategies and the role of diet and lifestyle modifications.
Key Takeaways:
- Gout is more common than it’s often perceived – more than 12 million Americans are estimated to have the disease.
- Many people incorrectly believe gout is self-inflicted; in truth, gout is largely hereditary and not commonly brought on by poor diet and lifestyle choices.
- Home remedies such as cherry juice are commonly seen as easy treatments for the disease; however, effective management includes anti-inflammatory medications and uric acid-lowering drugs.
- Continual educational opportunities for both patients and medical professionals alike are key to breaking the many myths, misconceptions and stigma surrounding gout.
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