What should be paid attention to in daily life for gout?
Disease description:
I suffer from gout, which causes unbearable joint pain during flare-ups, especially in the toes and ankles. Although my condition has improved somewhat, I am still worried about future recurrences. I would like to know what precautions I should take in daily life to manage gout. For example, what dietary restrictions should I follow?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Gout patients need to pay attention to the following issues in daily life:
1. Dietary control: Avoid high-purine foods such as animal offal, seafood, and hot pot. Consume more low-purine foods such as milk, eggs, vegetables, and fruits. Limit salt intake to less than 6 grams per day. Maintain a bland diet and avoid high-fat foods.
2. Adequate hydration: Drink at least 2 liters of water daily to help promote uric acid excretion and reduce the risk of uric acid crystal formation.
3. Weight management: Obesity is an important risk factor for gout. Manage weight appropriately to prevent excessive obesity. During the weight control process, suitable exercises such as walking, jogging, or yoga can be chosen, but strenuous exercise should be avoided.
4. Limit alcohol consumption: Alcohol increases uric acid production and inhibits its excretion. Alcohol consumption should be avoided as much as possible.
5. Regular monitoring: Regularly check blood uric acid levels, adjust treatment plans timely, and prevent recurrent gout attacks.
6. Medication: When necessary, uric acid-lowering medications can be used to maintain uric acid levels within the normal range.
