Gout tophi totally disappeared and renal function remained stable. The patient continues to receive rasburicase treatment. P Richette is a Rheumatologist and T Bardin is a Professor of ...
The present study quantifies the impact of the presence of tophi and frequency of acute gout attacks on health-related quality of life (HRQOL), productivity, and healthcare resource utilization.
Objective To investigate the effect of intensive lowering of serum uric acid (SUA) levels by pegloticase on the resolution of tophi in patients with refractory gout. Methods Descriptive study in ...
Uric acid crystals can accumulate under the skin and form lumps called "tophi." Chronic (long-term ... Medications are the primary treatment for gout. Home remedies, such as ice and rest, can ...
Among individuals with gout, 94.3% received a physician diagnosis, 99.5% had experienced a flare, and 66.0% reported having a flare in the past 12 months. Tophi were reported among 18.8% of cases.
If you have gout, a doctor can help you develop a treatment plan to manage your flares. This may include changes to your diet and medications that can help prevent gout attacks. This is not a ...