Please note, the following procedures are based on personal experience and research, theses methods are provided for information purposes only, you should always consult your doctor prior to using any alternative or complimentary methods of treatment.
The Fastest way I know to Relieve Your Painful Gout Attack
Take medicine your doctor prescribed for treating your gout attacks. If you don’t have prescribed medication for your gout use an over-the-counter NSAID such as Ibuprofen .
Recommended dosage for treating an unbearable gout attack.
Ibuprofen, take 800 mg 4 times a day
Reduce the dosage as the attack subsides.
See your doctor as soon as possible for a steroid or non-steroidal injection, to quickly reduce the pain.
Remove the shoes, socks, or tight clothing from the attack area and avoid any stress or pressure on them.
Apply an anesthetic spray, gel, cream, or lotion to the gout attack area, to numb the pain.
Avoid using aspirin as it can make the attack far worse.
Avoid alcohol, acidic foods and drinks, fizzy drinks,orange juice,tomatoes,citrus fruit, red meat as they will all worsen and prolong gout attacks.
Consume at least 2 liters of mineral water every day.
Alkalize the body and increase the blood PH level to around 7, do this by mixing half a teaspoon of baking soda to a medium sized glass of mineral water and drink every 4 hours up to a maximum of 4 glasses per day. Baking soda, is the quickest way of alkalizing your body and also accelerates the urinary excretion of excess uric acid. Baking soda is also known to increases the effectiveness of NSAIDs.
Remember to get your doctor’s approval before trying this.
Gently rub ice over the effected area to reduce swelling and pain.
Rest joint until gout has subsided or gone, premature use of the affected joint may prolong the attack.
Learn as much as you can about your gout condition to prevent and treat future attacks. Gout often starts very quickly and with little warning, be prepared. Discontinue the use of these methods when your gout attack subsides, as they are designed for quick relief only.
