EP099 - Acute Gout Management in a 48-Year-Old Man

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This episode outlines a clinical case study concerning a 48-year-old man experiencing an acute gout attack, specifically in his right big toe. The primary purpose is to guide medical professionals on how to manage this acute episode and prevent future recurrences. It details the patient's symptoms, medical history (including mild hypertension and previous gout attacks), and laboratory results (elevated serum urate). Crucially, the case emphasises both immediate treatment strategies for pain and inflammation, such as NSAIDs or colchicine, and long-term preventative measures, which include lifestyle modifications like diet and weight management, and the use of medications like allopurinol to lower uric acid levels. The case also highlights the importance of patient education regarding the condition and its triggers, while noting a potential "critical error" in not advising on antihypertensive medication changes, given that some diuretics can exacerbate gout.

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