The adjustment of lifestyle and eating habits of gout patients is the basis of long-term treatment of gout. In order to increase uric acid metabolism in the body, we should avoid eating purine foods such as animal viscera and seafood, maintain ideal weight, drink plenty of water, keep defecation unobstructed and exercise properly. In addition, patients should correctly understand the disease, eliminate fear and establish confidence in treating the disease.
On the basis of life intervention, patients with acute attack can choose non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers, colchicine and glucocorticoid to relieve the attack. Patients in intermission and remission can use drugs that inhibit uric acid production or promote uric acid excretion. Patients with tophus or renal complications need to be treated according to the severity of the disease. Traditional Chinese medicine can also be used as an auxiliary treatment after dialectical diagnosis of traditional Chinese medicine.
In view of the great influence of tophi on appearance and joint function, it can be removed by surgery. If the patient's joints are severely deformed and affect their functions, they can be corrected by surgery.
To sum up, gout patients should adjust their lifestyle and diet structure, and on this basis, apply appropriate drugs for systematic treatment to reduce the frequency of acute gout attacks, prevent the formation of uric acid stones and reduce organ damage.