Gout Flashcards
1
Q
What is gout characterized by?
A
elevated serum uric acid
uric acid changes into crystals and deposits into peripheral jts and other kissues
2
Q
where is gout normal seen?
A
knee and great toe
3
Q
meds for gout
A
NSAIDS, COX-2 inhibitors, colchicine, corticosteroids, adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), allopurinol, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone
4
Q
diagnostic tests utilized
A
lab tests to identify crystals