Gout
Musculoskeletal Disorders Venugopal•Gender: Male•Age: 46 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 2 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Sudden, excruciating pain, swelling, and redness in the big toe joint
- Joint extremely sensitive to even the touch of a bedsheet
- Fever and chills during acute joint pain flares
- Limited mobility and inability to wear shoes
Clinical Assessment
Suffered from recurrent gout attacks, typically triggered by high-protein meals or dehydration. Desired to manage flares without NSAIDs.
Diagnostic Investigations: Serum uric acid elevated at 9.2 mg/dL; joint fluid analysis positive for uric acid crystals.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Aimed at resolving acute joint inflammation during flares and stabilizing purine excretion over the long term.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Colchicum Autumnale and Ledum Palustre
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Strict purine restriction, absolute avoidance of alcohol, consuming warm fluids, and elevating the foot during acute attacks.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 8 months- Acute pain and swelling resolved within 48 hours
- Uric acid levels dropped to 6.2 mg/dL with no new flares
- Significant improvement in joint mobility and walking
- Sustained improvement during follow-up without painkiller dependence
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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