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Swelling extends across whole top of foot out to the 2 and 3 toe. These toes feel weird. Are swollen. Burining feeling from underneath. Some numbness. Could swelling affect circulation? Perm damage to these toes?
Indocin seems like it doesnt work in this case. 3 x day.
I finally got an appt with reg doctor. Am wondering if should find a rhematologist instead?
The trouble with feet is they are made from many bones. This means many joints for gout to attack. Gout pain is mainly due to inflammation as the immune system reacts with uric acid crystals.
Secondary pain can come from nerve and circulation restriction resulting from the swelling.
Some of the hings that help me are:
Keep feet warm - bedsocks are not very romantic, but when you’re in that much pain, you probably don’t care.
Try to keep walking. It hurts, but it is surprising how quickly you can walk through the pain barrier if you persevere. I find gout attacks go much quicker if I keep mobile.
When resting, try to keep feet above the heart.
If you have to drive, or sit at a desk, keep taking regular breaks and walk round for a while. Drinking plenty of water not only helps your gout directly, but also causes frequent toilet trips - a chance to keep those feet moving.
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