Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How Can Gout On The Elbows Be Treated?
my son is having a gout flare up.both elbows and hand swollen. very painful lower back. he has been battling this now off and on for 8-10 years. nothing seems to help much medically. he has changed his diet, maybe not as much as he should--but he has made changes. what can he do to help himself?
Thu, 27 Sep 2018
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to gout. Some advice that I can give to you for the treatment are:
-Use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). I suggest Ibuprofen daily
-There are several prescribed medications such as Allopurinol which limit the amount of uric acid your body makes.
You should consult your doctor about this treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to gout. Some advice that I can give to you for the treatment are:
-Use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). I suggest Ibuprofen daily
-There are several prescribed medications such as Allopurinol which limit the amount of uric acid your body makes.
You should consult your doctor about this treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....