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Gout Flashcards

1
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What is the definition of Gout

A

Inflammatory Crystal Monoarthrypathy caused by deposition of urate crystals

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2
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Which joint does Gout typically affect

A

Metatarsophalangeal Joint (MTPJ)

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If Gout is in the big toe, what is this called

A

Podagra

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4
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What are the causes of Gout (7)

A

Horrific DELAY

H yperuricaemia / Heridatary (diet)

D iuretics (Thiazides)
E thanol 
L eukaemia
ren A l impairment (no filtering of urea)
lesch nYhan Syndrome
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5
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What are the 4 typical symptoms in Gout

A

Redness

Pain

Swelling

Heat

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6
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If untreated, gout can lead to urate deposits on tendon surfaces… what are these called?

Give 2 examples of sites of these signs

A

Tophi

Ear + Elbow

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7
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What are the 3 investigations done in gout

A

GFR

BT

Synovial Fluid Analysis

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What are 3 treatments given in Gout

A

Steroids

Analgesia

Allopurinol

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9
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What are 3 complications of Gout

A

Gouty Arthritis

Tophi

Kidney Stones

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