The ** of acute gouty arthritis mainly includes the following steps:
Removal of triggers: Identify and eliminate triggers for acute gouty arthritis, such as a high-purine diet, overwork, exposure to cold, and the use of certain medications.
Rest and joint immobilization: During an acute attack, the joint should be rested as much as possible and activity should be avoided to reduce pain and swelling.
Elevate the affected limb: At rest, the affected limb can be elevated to promote blood flow back and reduce swelling.
Medications**: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): such as ibuprofen, indomethacin, etc., which can relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
Colchicine: can relieve pain and reduce inflammation, but there may be certain *** such as diarrhea, nausea, etc.
Glucocorticoids: Glucocorticoids may be considered when these drugs are ineffective or not tolerated.
5.Local physical**: such as cold or hot compresses, electrotherapy, etc., can relieve pain and reduce swelling.
6.Dietary modification: Avoid high-purine diets, such as meat, seafood, animal offal, etc., and drink plenty of water to help reduce blood uric acid levels.
7.Prevention**: During the remission period, measures should be taken to prevent recurrence of gout, such as controlling diet, exercising properly, and checking blood uric acid regularly.