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

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2
Q

where is gout normal seen?

A

knee and great toe

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3
Q

meds for gout

A

NSAIDS, COX-2 inhibitors, colchicine, corticosteroids, adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), allopurinol, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone

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4
Q

diagnostic tests utilized

A

lab tests to identify crystals

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