Quote Originally Posted by gssixgun View Post
Yes

It really depends on your tests

You should go NOW for a Uric acid test, some people can just be on those pills, and watch certain dietary triggers to control Gout

I have never tested positive for high uric acid, it actually took a needle asperation during an attack to verify that it was Gout
One joint specialist wanted to operate on my wrist to remove a cyst that wasn't there ***SMDH*** so make sure you get a good doc

But once verified, I have a "Gout Kit" at the house to get me moving again

My doc and I figured that since I average 1 attack every 10 months that a continual medication was a bad idea.

I have a cycle of Colchicine (3 tiny tabs) that I take at first symptoms then a 10 day supply of Indomathicin for the inflammation if needed,,, usually the attack is subsided in 1 day




You have to get it diagnosed first then figure out what is best for you.
Hi Glen,

Devout card carrying coward here.

What's a Uric test and does it hurt??

NEEDLE ASPIRATION omg, I feel faint

Between the Legionnaires Disease, the Diabetes, Plantar Fasciitis, the sleep apnea with cpap machine, the obesity the gimpy leg and the straight razor cuts I reckon I've just about had my share.

But I did get some new shaving brushes from Father Christmas so nothing else matters

Steve