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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

I was just wondering if there are any fellow sufferers on here?

I've been on allopurinol 3 years and only get gout attacks when dehydrated these days.

What are your triggers?

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By *ogglesMan
52 weeks ago

essex and norfolk

Been on allopurinol for ten years now,my main trigger is the artificial sweeteners in drinks

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"Been on allopurinol for ten years now,my main trigger is the artificial sweeteners in drinks"

Yeah, I really cut back on energy drinks after the first attack.... also creatine and protein shakes after working out.

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By *ogglesMan
52 weeks ago

essex and norfolk

Proteins often set mine off too,had to change a lot of my diet

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"Proteins often set mine off too,had to change a lot of my diet"

Eliminating and slowly reintroducing certain foods and drinks once on the right dose of allopurinol was key.

Along as i keep well hydrated and keep off the already mentioned stuff, I'm usually ok.

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By *ogglesMan
52 weeks ago

essex and norfolk

Yes just need a bit of planning

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By *hoenix_1Man
52 weeks ago

richmond

I have suffered it for over 10 years, only occasional bouts, no meds apart from Naproxen for it happens.

Trigger for me tends to be Whiskey

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"I have suffered it for over 10 years, only occasional bouts, no meds apart from Naproxen for it happens.

Trigger for me tends to be Whiskey "

Fair play to no meds.... unfortunately for me, once the gout has flared up nothing helps until it eases off by itself. Allopurinol does keep the amount of flares very limited fortunately.

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By *hoenix_1Man
52 weeks ago

richmond

"I have suffered it for over 10 years, only occasional bouts, no meds apart from Naproxen for it happens.

Trigger for me tends to be Whiskey

Fair play to no meds.... unfortunately for me, once the gout has flared up nothing helps until it eases off by itself. Allopurinol does keep the amount of flares very limited fortunately. "

That's very painful.

I am lucky, usually a couple of naproxen sorts it out

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By *lik and PaulCouple
52 weeks ago

cahoots

Suffered for years, went on Allopurinol but wasn't that effective as still had flare ups. Moved on to Febuxostat a few years ago and no flare ups regardless of diet so it's a life changer.

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By *loydyMan
52 weeks ago

British

"I was just wondering if there are any fellow sufferers on here?

I've been on allopurinol 3 years and only get gout attacks when dehydrated these days.

What are your triggers?"
red wine lol big toe

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"Suffered for years, went on Allopurinol but wasn't that effective as still had flare ups. Moved on to Febuxostat a few years ago and no flare ups regardless of diet so it's a life changer."

I'm lucky it's helped me so far, good to know you've found something that's helped you though

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"I have suffered it for over 10 years, only occasional bouts, no meds apart from Naproxen for it happens.

Trigger for me tends to be Whiskey

Fair play to no meds.... unfortunately for me, once the gout has flared up nothing helps until it eases off by itself. Allopurinol does keep the amount of flares very limited fortunately.

That's very painful.

I am lucky, usually a couple of naproxen sorts it out "

It is mate, wish it worked for me too. I really try to limit any anti inflammatories as i have hypertension too, obviously doesn't help with that either.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"I was just wondering if there are any fellow sufferers on here?

I've been on allopurinol 3 years and only get gout attacks when dehydrated these days.

What are your triggers?red wine lol big toe"

Don't mention the big toe, it's like a cough or someone itching, you catch it.... I can feel a twinge now lol.

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By (user no longer on site)
52 weeks ago

Ever since going on Allopurinol ten years ago I’ve never had a bout touch wood

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By *dam and slutCouple
52 weeks ago

Manchester

Yep I get the occasional flare, absolutely agony and wouldn't wish it on anyone, well maybe Donald Trump.

However, I've found the cherry juice is very good to treat gout, I buy cherry good, I was prescribed allopurinol but the possibility of side affects puts me off.

Try to reduce your intake of high in sugars fructose foods..

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By *ilver_StarMan
52 weeks ago

South Midlands

Since being diagnosed and treated for underactive thyroid 10+ years ago I’ve only had one flare up, and that was on a boozy week away in Greece.

It is without doubt the most painful ailment isn’t it folks!?

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By *orruptionandliesMan
52 weeks ago

leeds / clevedon

Stubbed my toe and got it , thought it must have been a fracture

On alluprinol seems to work, it's awful

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By *avexxMan
52 weeks ago

cheshire

sheer agony i got it in both ankles couldnt walk lots of time off work,, allopurinol sorted it out but took a long time,, uric acid levels were sky high hopefully all good now

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By *leanman01Man
52 weeks ago

Dundalk

Yes have it about 5 years but Meds are working well on it now

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
52 weeks ago

Dudley

"Since being diagnosed and treated for underactive thyroid 10+ years ago I’ve only had one flare up, and that was on a boozy week away in Greece.

It is without doubt the most painful ailment isn’t it folks!?"
I had it once 20+ yrs ago horrendous pain thought I’d hurt my foot somehow went to a and e it went as quickly as it came it was at a time id been suffering thyroid problems id gone from overactive to under active because of radioactive iodine treatment maybe some connection there, now I’m suffering kidney stones but no more gout since then

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"Stubbed my toe and got it , thought it must have been a fracture

On alluprinol seems to work, it's awful "

Similar experience here, I work on my feet all day and thought i must have accidentally done something to it.

Got home, decided to have a couple of beers to take to edge off (worst thing obvs) and put my foot up.

Waking up in the early hours feeling like my foot was on fire, wasn't fun, as i'm sure you well know.

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By *mooth tongue 4uMan
52 weeks ago

edinburgh

Do you get it in knee joints ?

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By *artorialMan
52 weeks ago

weymouth

Fructose and whatever the chemicals are in wine

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"Do you get it in knee joints ? "

You can get it in any joint apparently, the big toe is most common though.

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By *mooth tongue 4uMan
52 weeks ago

edinburgh

"Do you get it in knee joints ?

You can get it in any joint apparently, the big toe is most common though. "

My knees are crippling me for no real reason it moved up from my ankles ?

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By *ussexguy67Man
52 weeks ago

Bognor Regis

20 year sufferer, first event was ankle after a 15 mile run, initially thought it was soft tissue injury. Got worse through the day, managed a can you be here in 20 minutes GP appt, ah the good old days, sent to AnE for xray and bloods, showed raised uric acid levels.

Since then my knees have been the problem, usually triggered by poor meds compliance, learned some painful lessons along the way.

Interested to hear what people's side affects on Allopurinol have been.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"Do you get it in knee joints ?

You can get it in any joint apparently, the big toe is most common though.

My knees are crippling me for no real reason it moved up from my ankles ? "

I suggest seeing a Doctor mate.

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By *mithy63Man
52 weeks ago

Ipswich

I've had a few bad attacks. Dehydration is my main trigger.i bought a diet book and halved my uric acid level in about 2 months

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By *urboTongue21Man
52 weeks ago

Walsall

Got it but two allopurinol a day prevents attacks plus using voltarol to relieve inflammation. Brought on by prawns and mushrooms on holiday.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"I've had a few bad attacks. Dehydration is my main trigger.i bought a diet book and halved my uric acid level in about 2 months"

Yeah same here mate, Dehydration is my main trigger too. I have an active job on my feet all day, I have to drink double the water during the summer months.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"Got it but two allopurinol a day prevents attacks plus using voltarol to relieve inflammation. Brought on by prawns and mushrooms on holiday."

I'm on two allopurinol a day too. I take a Colchicine tablet or two if I feel a twinge and usually keeps it off.

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By *olin22Man
52 weeks ago

washington

Yes I get it worse pain ever esp in joint of big toe it cripples ya

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By *angler 321Man
52 weeks ago

Hereford

I've had two bouts of it over the last 5 years. If I feel it starting I take Colchicine, that seems to stop it in its tracks and its manageable.

I have cut back on alcohol especially white wine, and haven't had a flare up for a long time.

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By *airn74Man
52 weeks ago

Falkirk

Dont eat anything from a pig bacon pork don't drink port

Drink plenty water to flush the uric acid away

Take allopurinol at right time

Ive had it for years but under control no

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By (user no longer on site)
52 weeks ago

"I was just wondering if there are any fellow sufferers on here?

I've been on allopurinol 3 years and only get gout attacks when dehydrated these days.

What are your triggers?"

Defo dehydration. + diet

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By (user no longer on site) OP
52 weeks ago

"I was just wondering if there are any fellow sufferers on here?

I've been on allopurinol 3 years and only get gout attacks when dehydrated these days.

What are your triggers?

Defo dehydration. + diet"

Tbh diet wise i've been ok so far.... what have you changed?

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By *intageandginge89Couple
51 weeks ago

Whitefield

Had it the last three days in my big toe. I am hoping that the Colchicine will kick in soon. All it is currently doing is turning my stomach into a war zone lol. Been here before, will get through it.

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By *ou_1stMan
51 weeks ago

Gloucestershire/S Wales

Colchicine is dodgy af, pretty much a poison from the crocus. Change your diets instead

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By (user no longer on site)
51 weeks ago

I get gout a lot

Used to have it in my big toes but these days I get it in my elbows and hands

On Allupropanol daily but doesn’t work that well x

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By *CBoyTV/TS
51 weeks ago

Rhondda Fawr

I used to have it..initially triggered by prawns in a Chinese takeaway. At one time I was part of a clinical trial by Nottingham university testing different methods of controlling it. This resulted in me taking allopurinol daily. It did work. But a few years later my GP recommended me going on a low carb diet to combat type 2 diabetes. Not only has that reversed my diabetes but I don't get gout abd stopped medication several years ago.

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By *VineMan
51 weeks ago

London sometimes

I’ve had a few intensely painful bouts. The triggers seemed to be dehydration and shell fish.

I occasionally get mild attacks but it’s difficult to always tell why.

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By *intageandginge89Couple
51 weeks ago

Whitefield

My diet is pretty good (been a healthy veggie for about 15 years) but my trigger is alcohol. I have had gout about 4 times in my life. Most occasions were after stag do’s and most recently last weeks BBQ that got out of hand.

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By (user no longer on site)
51 weeks ago

Red meat triggers mine . But I take a cherry supplement and that helps keep it at bay .

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By (user no longer on site) OP
50 weeks ago

"I get gout a lot

Used to have it in my big toes but these days I get it in my elbows and hands

On Allupropanol daily but doesn’t work that well x"

Ouch! The toe is bad enough, I couldn't imagine getting it in the elbows.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
50 weeks ago

"My diet is pretty good (been a healthy veggie for about 15 years) but my trigger is alcohol. I have had gout about 4 times in my life. Most occasions were after stag do’s and most recently last weeks BBQ that got out of hand. "

Yes, alcohol is a trigger for me too as it dehydrates me, I limit how much I drink these days tbh.

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By *ovetoedgeMan
49 weeks ago

Dunstable

I've had some painful bouts, always on the same foot. Found dehydration to be the main problem, stay hydrated, all good.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
49 weeks ago

"I've had some painful bouts, always on the same foot. Found dehydration to be the main problem, stay hydrated, all good."

Yes same foot for me too mate, always the right one. As you say keep well hydrated

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By *otsMan
49 weeks ago

Higham

Some interesting comments I have had it once in my foot and was so painful doc was useless I diagnosed the issue in the end they'd even taken bloods at one point why didn't they test the acids level / crystals ??

Anyway I have some emergency tablets but haven't had it since and not quiet sure what triggered it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
49 weeks ago

How long ago did you have your flare?

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By *onk3yb0yMan
49 weeks ago

south west

Lots of water, bicarbonate of soda and cherries always worked for me. Dehydration was always the cause, usually when travelling. Allopurinol seems to be keeping it at bay now.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
49 weeks ago

Yes, dehydration seems to be a main trigger for most of us.

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By *inge61Couple
47 weeks ago

n/wales

allo seems to of stoped mine tried all the other things as you do had it toe /ankle knee hand etc but the allo stops it or holds it at bay

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
47 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

Suffered really badly for years been on allopurinol now for 30 years and it's kept under control. Did have colchicine for flares up

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By *ongueFkYouMan
47 weeks ago

Bradford

I have got gout right now since last week it's doing my head in

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By *artorialMan
47 weeks ago

weymouth

"Suffered really badly for years been on allopurinol now for 30 years and it's kept under control. Did have colchicine for flares up"

I used to use colchicine as an arrestor for cell division (stopped at mitosis). So I could count chromosomes - previous job, totally useless information but your comment brought it back 😁

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By *uxurycollectionCouple
47 weeks ago

Port Talbot

Gout is a punishment for enjoying bad things!

Beer, wine, pate what a thing to be afflicted with!

Allopurinol and the occasional Indomethacin keeps me walking.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
47 weeks ago

"Suffered really badly for years been on allopurinol now for 30 years and it's kept under control. Did have colchicine for flares up"

Colchicine definitely helps the length of the flare ups for me, it's also bad for my stomach!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
46 weeks ago

Is everyone keeping hydrated and symptom free?

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By *inkyTeepeeMan
46 weeks ago

chester

So i’m reading a book on sexual history of england….

One chapter is about aphrodisiacs…. Stay with me here…

1500’s to 1800’s and more gout was rife here, the rest of europe had low rates of it.

It was put down to the English ate a diet of loads of meat and high consumption of wine, cider and beer… where as the rest of europe had way lower meat consumption…..

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By *oldStreak999Man
46 weeks ago

south

I’m on a drug called febuxostat I found allopurinol made me depressed. Had a few flares when started but after a few weeks never had an issue since.

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By *ick and lisaCouple
46 weeks ago

hull

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By *ick and lisaCouple
46 weeks ago

hull

Get it in borth my big toes and elbow tomatoes 🍅 do it for me i am on 300mlg of allopurinol aswell but still getting it

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
46 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

"So i’m reading a book on sexual history of england….

One chapter is about aphrodisiacs…. Stay with me here…

1500’s to 1800’s and more gout was rife here, the rest of europe had low rates of it.

It was put down to the English ate a diet of loads of meat and high consumption of wine, cider and beer… where as the rest of europe had way lower meat consumption….."
used to be called the rich man's ailment as supposed to be brought on by red meat and port

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By (user no longer on site) OP
46 weeks ago

"Get it in borth my big toes and elbow tomatoes 🍅 do it for me i am on 300mlg of allopurinol aswell but still getting it "

Yeah some people need a higher dose, that's just the standard maintenance dose apparently.

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By *nlyfunsMan
46 weeks ago

I’ve had it a few times, old sports injuries Apprently make the joint more prone? As a result I suffer in my ankle. I’m on alupurinol now but my triggers seem to be dehydration and take away curry!

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By *rownFireMan
46 weeks ago

london

Alcohol and meat are big triggers. If allopurinol is jot working try febuxostat.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
46 weeks ago

"I’ve had it a few times, old sports injuries Apprently make the joint more prone? As a result I suffer in my ankle. I’m on alupurinol now but my triggers seem to be dehydration and take away curry! "

Yes same here, mainly hydration for me.... a few twinges the past few days .

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
46 weeks ago

Reading

I had a bf who was diagnosed with the it. He was mortified as he was only 21.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
46 weeks ago

"I had a bf who was diagnosed with the it. He was mortified as he was only 21."

That's the thing, it's mostly genetic and can happen at any age, just got to manage it which ever route you want to go.

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By *andS_GlasgowCouple
45 weeks ago

Glasgow

Quick Fix for Gout Flareup

2 Tablespoom of Apple Cider Vinegar

1 Teaspoon of Baking Powder

Water to Dilute

I have shared this tip which has worked for colleagues and latterly family - I tried it for an inflamed knee injury and it worked as well but it tastes pretty "interesting" lol

One blast in the morning and another at bed time & within two days it really kicks in !!

Always keep yourself hydrated as well !

Give it a try and thank me (apart from the taste)

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By * and PCouple
45 weeks ago

preston

55 Yr old had GOUT over 30 year.my main trigger is energetic sex 🤣🤣 getting old is no joke!!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
45 weeks ago

"55 Yr old had GOUT over 30 year.my main trigger is energetic sex 🤣🤣 getting old is no joke!!"

I'd love to have seen your Doctors face when you said you trigger 🤣

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By *orny PTMan
45 weeks ago

Peterborough

"Been on allopurinol for ten years now,my main trigger is the artificial sweeteners in drinks"

Heartburn and bad guts: I don't feel sweet on those.

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By *oStringsFun86Man
44 weeks ago

Bristol

I’ve been having flair ups for just over 10 years. Too much red meat and red wine usually triggers an attack in my big toes or ankles.

Colchicine is in my experience the best medicine to fix me up.

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By *obbo2022Man
44 weeks ago

top of little hill near bishop

"Do you get it in knee joints ? "

Yeah I do always left knee

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

Worst pain ever. Allipurinol appreciation society member

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By (user no longer on site) OP
44 weeks ago

"Worst pain ever. Allipurinol appreciation society member "

Yes it is, absolutely one of the most painful conditions.

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By *appygolucky72Man
44 weeks ago

Sheffield

Colchicine helps once you have a flare up ! You can only take it until u get the runs though , clears out your system and helps

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

Alcohol triggers my gout, so been tea total for 2 years ,9 years in early 2000s were dry. I get gout in my toes ,ankles and now left hand

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By (user no longer on site) OP
44 weeks ago

"Colchicine helps once you have a flare up ! You can only take it until u get the runs though , clears out your system and helps "

Yeah i have a supply of them tbf.

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By *gp_sub01Man
44 weeks ago

Leeds (Malaga)

About a year ago I had an incredible pain in my right toe. I was only 34/35 and am relatively healthy, so thought I'd just fractured my toe or something.

Anyway, nothing came up in an x-ray so they did tests for uric acid and turns out I have gout.

Have been on alupurinol since and thankfully had no pain since.

The doctor was great and told me that it's not my fault etc, like you wouldn't necessarily blame someone who has diabetes for having diabetes, it's the same with gout

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

Stress also can cause a flare up...low purine food and lots of water help.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
43 weeks ago

"Stress also can cause a flare up...low purine food and lots of water help."

Foods don't really trigger mine, mostly dehydration so plenty of water

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By *umalotagainMan
43 weeks ago

between OX26 & BH23

Been on allopurinol for the past 4/5 years and after balancing the levels never had an attack… amazing stuff

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By *haron StonerTV/TS
43 weeks ago

Haywards Heath

Stop drinking alcohol including beer, cut out fatty food, don't eat fish and as everyone else says, drink more water.

Be good for your pisser, your kidneys and your prostate.

Get healthy, we all can do it!

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By *ilverfox for youMan
43 weeks ago

Hull

Gout used to be a rich man’s problem ! To much red wine causes it

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By *JMidsMan
43 weeks ago

Warwick

I suffer with it and probably lead the most healthiest lifestyle of anyone I know. I don't drink, only eat organic non processed food avoiding foods high in purines. My dad suffered with it and I get two bouts a year every 6 months regardless. I'm convinced it's genetic. I read somewhere that diet only contributes to 30% of flare ups.

I have learnt over the years what helps when I get one. Don't walk on it, Drink plenty of water regularly to wash the uric acid out of the kidney. Take cherry extract tablets. I don't particularly want to go on to alipurinol and only take collichine. It will write me off for a week but it's usually done and dusted then.

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By *JMidsMan
43 weeks ago

Warwick

Thinking back to the times I have had it and thought what caused it.

Rapid weight loss. Uric acid is a bi-product when cells DNA gets broken down.

A grapefruit cocktail on NYE many years ago put me on my back in hours !

A fad for drinking real ales when I was younger - the yeast in it.

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By *arny8387Man
43 weeks ago

Hyde

Been under a specialist for 2 years. Gout tends to occurr on preciously damaged joints. I get it in both ankles my feet, my knees and elbows. It's crippling with a flareup. Blunt trauma triggers mine. It's also a condition of metabolic syndrome which is also a barrel of laughs. Im currently medicated with no flare ups for 2 years and drinking 4 litres of water a day. Other than that no real dietary changes.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
43 weeks ago

Reading

"55 Yr old had GOUT over 30 year.my main trigger is energetic sex 🤣🤣 getting old is no joke!!"

Make her get on top?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
43 weeks ago

"55 Yr old had GOUT over 30 year.my main trigger is energetic sex 🤣🤣 getting old is no joke!!

Make her get on top?

It's a good way to distract from the pain i suppose 🤣

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By *hyKentGuyMan
43 weeks ago

sheerness

I had a work colleague that had gout. The main trigger for his was tangerines and satsumas! Stopped eating those and never got it again!

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

"I was just wondering if there are any fellow sufferers on here?

I've been on allopurinol 3 years and only get gout attacks when dehydrated these days.

What are your triggers?"

My triggers are quite simple and as follows......

Too much alcohol.

Salt filled ready meals.

Not enough water.

Hope that helps.

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By *helroyCouple
43 weeks ago

Skegness

get attack's of it they put me on allopurinol but not attacks for 2 years so i came off then as just taking them seems like just having some thing i just take naproxen when i get a twinge and that stops 2 tables ma be a year soon do that than 365 allopurinol a year

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By (user no longer on site) OP
42 weeks ago

"get attack's of it they put me on allopurinol but not attacks for 2 years so i came off then as just taking them seems like just having some thing i just take naproxen when i get a twinge and that stops 2 tables ma be a year soon do that than 365 allopurinol a year "

If you suffer gout flares your uric acid levels are clearly elevated, untreated or not managed properly can in some cases cause kidney problems.

I'd take the allopurinol personally.

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By *smithukMan
42 weeks ago

cardiff

I’d agree with the above. If you are getting a couple of acute attacks a year then it’s not under control, and if it’s not under control then there is potentially long term damage.

I understand the reluctance to take long term medication but allopurinol has a good history of being safe, and definitely safer than regular flare ups of gout (however infrequent).

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By (user no longer on site) OP
41 weeks ago

"I’d agree with the above. If you are getting a couple of acute attacks a year then it’s not under control, and if it’s not under control then there is potentially long term damage.

I understand the reluctance to take long term medication but allopurinol has a good history of being safe, and definitely safer than regular flare ups of gout (however infrequent). "

Well said pal

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
41 weeks ago

Dudley

I posted previously that I hadn’t an attack for 20+ years, well yesterday was the day it returned، maybe coincidence but 2days ago I started on antibiotics for a kidney lnfection because of kidney stones,

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By (user no longer on site)
41 weeks ago

I take febuxostat, not had an attack since I’ve been taking them, over 10 years now, prior to that it was allipinol, but still had flare ups so my medication was changed

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By *orthernbrit40Man
41 weeks ago

CARLISLE

Have had it and it was excruciating.

Lessons learned were to drink more water, reduce processed meat intake and limit amount of booze.

Have taken Montmerency Cherry tablets and not had any further flare ups but not sure if that's just luck.

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
41 weeks ago

Dudley

"Colchicine helps once you have a flare up ! You can only take it until u get the runs though , clears out your system and helps "
currently halfway through a 3day course of Colchicine seems to be doing the trick, tummy feeling a bit dodgy

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By (user no longer on site) OP
41 weeks ago

"Colchicine helps once you have a flare up ! You can only take it until u get the runs though , clears out your system and helps currently halfway through a 3day course of Colchicine seems to be doing the trick, tummy feeling a bit dodgy "

Yes very true, it does play havoc with your stomach, it does work though if you manage to get them quickly from a Dr.

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By *winging freyrMan
41 weeks ago

Warwickshire

I’m having my first attack in about 5 years now. I’ve been really bad with diet this year and the past couple weeks drank more beer than usual.

Absolute killer, kind of did forget just how bad it is!

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By *usicman1982Man
40 weeks ago

Coalisland

I’m a sufferer. I take colchecine for flare-ups. Haven’t discovered my triggers yet as they don’t happen too often, thank God cos they’re agony when they do. Have been affecting my right big toe, but has recently spread to the Achilles tendon on the same foot

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By *usicman1982Man
40 weeks ago

Coalisland

Yes very true, it does play havoc with your stomach, it does work though if you manage to get them quickly from a Dr."

I keep a batch on hand in case of a flare-up, then order a repeat prescription when they’re done, ready for the next flare-up.

A pharmacist recommended Feminax (spelling?) for period pain, helps with gout too

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
40 weeks ago

Dudley

"I’m a sufferer. I take colchecine for flare-ups. Haven’t discovered my triggers yet as they don’t happen too often, thank God cos they’re agony when they do. Have been affecting my right big toe, but has recently spread to the Achilles tendon on the same foot "
I’m thinking mine has been caused by Covid which I had recently because I’ve also had my kidney stones playing up and causing a uti or possibly the antibiotics I’m taking for it I’ve just not felt right recently

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By *rooMan
40 weeks ago

Nottinghamshire

I suffer to, 3 episodes over 4 years, on allopurinol now daily no idea of my triggers but my last was in my middle finger knuckle and when it plays up its like I've hit it with a hammer so painful to grip with

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By (user no longer on site) OP
40 weeks ago

"I suffer to, 3 episodes over 4 years, on allopurinol now daily no idea of my triggers but my last was in my middle finger knuckle and when it plays up its like I've hit it with a hammer so painful to grip with"

Ouch mate, the big toe is bad enough, never mind the knuckles!

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By *nchighMan
40 weeks ago

hailsham

dehydrated or sweeters

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
40 weeks ago

Dudley

Ouch mate, the big toe is bad enough, never mind the knuckles!"
speaking of knuckles I’ve been in pain with the one next to my thumb for quite a few weeks finding it difficult to open jars etc, but today the pain seems to have eased , guess it’s the colchicine working it’s magic last one to take tomorrow morning it’s been worth the unpleasant side effects, toe isn’t 100% but it’s the first time I’ve been able to put to wear shoe and sock on for a few days

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By *ocalishfunguyMan
40 weeks ago

north

Dehydration

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By *el65Man
40 weeks ago

paisley

Ouch mate, the big toe is bad enough, never mind the knuckles! speaking of knuckles I’ve been in pain with the one next to my thumb for quite a few weeks finding it difficult to open jars etc, but today the pain seems to have eased , guess it’s the colchicine working it’s magic last one to take tomorrow morning it’s been worth the unpleasant side effects, toe isn’t 100% but it’s the first time I’ve been able to put to wear shoe and sock on for a few days"

I had it in my hands couple of years ago never believed it could hurt so much

I’m same on allipourinol and few other tabs for other things the joys of getting older mate lol

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By *entleman of FortuneMan
40 weeks ago

Hull

Coke cola was my trigger 8 years since last attack till this week only thing different was Guinness zero so I'll avoid that going forward

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By (user no longer on site) OP
40 weeks ago

"Coke cola was my trigger 8 years since last attack till this week only thing different was Guinness zero so I'll avoid that going forward "

Really? It shows how different we all are with triggers, I drink Guinness and don't get any problems.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
40 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

I used to get it in my ankle and it would travel up my leg. My doctor said he had grown men coming in crying

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
40 weeks ago

Dudley

"I used to get it in my ankle and it would travel up my leg. My doctor said he had grown men coming in crying"
it’s not as bad as kidney stone pain put it’s immobilized me the last few days

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By *issy gabrielleTV/TS
40 weeks ago

doncaster

I suffer from gout in my ankles and feet normally from dehydration and loss of uric acid but also walking in high heels 👠

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By *andS_GlasgowCouple
40 weeks ago

Glasgow

A reminder

2 teaspoon of ACV + 1 teaspoom of Baking Soda (aka Bicarbonate of Soda)

Water to dilute

Stir & Drink like you would with a shot

2 times a day & no gout withing 24-48 hours

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By *otwifecuckoldcplCouple
40 weeks ago

Ammanford / Llanelli

If you have a flare up drink loads of water , you will see your pee go frothy in toilet which means acid is coming out of your body . A day or two I’m fine . Been on tablets for over ten years

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By *neforutoMan
40 weeks ago

Fantasy land in the SW

Ive had allupurinol for a few yrs and this mainly helps. It now flares up in my ankles, feet and hands which is rather annoying. Im now on my 2nd round of kidney stones and awaiting op number 2 - ouch

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By *onest guy123Man
40 weeks ago

coventry

Red meat is my trigger !!! Shame as I love lamb chops

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By *avexxMan
40 weeks ago

cheshire

its fkn agony,, allopurinol sorted it for me but took time to kick in

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
40 weeks ago

Dudley

"Ive had allupurinol for a few yrs and this mainly helps. It now flares up in my ankles, feet and hands which is rather annoying. Im now on my 2nd round of kidney stones and awaiting op number 2 - ouch"
I too have been getting kidney stones but they arnt uric stones they are calcium oxalate been getting them after I had Covid I also found I had coeliac disease and went on gluten free diet the stones started soon after have a 8mm stone in my bladder and kidneys are calcified

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By (user no longer on site) OP
40 weeks ago

"its fkn agony,, allopurinol sorted it for me but took time to kick in"

Yes it is pal and allopurinol took ages to get my levels down too.

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By *oongel2760Couple
40 weeks ago

Preston

Mr gets it here and there! Seems absolute agony. Fortunately Naproxyn seems to kick it in the teeth pretty quickly but seeing him experience it leaves me in no doubt I hope I never do!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
40 weeks ago

"Mr gets it here and there! Seems absolute agony. Fortunately Naproxyn seems to kick it in the teeth pretty quickly but seeing him experience it leaves me in no doubt I hope I never do! "

You are right you really don't want that pain, your fella has my deepest sympathies.

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By *entleman of FortuneMan
39 weeks ago

Hull

"Coke cola was my trigger 8 years since last attack till this week only thing different was Guinness zero so I'll avoid that going forward

Really? It shows how different we all are with triggers, I drink Guinness and don't get any problems."

Guinness is fine but think Guinness zero may be the potential trigger this time only thing I had different.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
39 weeks ago

"Coke cola was my trigger 8 years since last attack till this week only thing different was Guinness zero so I'll avoid that going forward

Really? It shows how different we all are with triggers, I drink Guinness and don't get any problems.

Guinness is fine but think Guinness zero may be the potential trigger this time only thing I had different."

I drink both too and have been fine.... different triggers for different people pal.

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By *he Genuine 1Man
39 weeks ago

Basingstoke

I suffered dreadfully with gout until I lost lots of weight, exercised and gave up Marmite. Haven’t had an attack in about 6 years and don’t take Allupurinol at all in that time.

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By *wisted999Man
39 weeks ago

North Bucks

I got it when I was younger strangely don’t get it anymore. Used to swear by cherry juice.

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By *lex46TV/TS
39 weeks ago

Near Wells

I occasionally get Gout but I find Black Cherry extract gets rid off it.

It’s bloody painful though and it’s difficult to walk even.

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By (user no longer on site)
38 weeks ago

I get the occasional flare up in my big toes and index finger joints. My doctor said to drink lots of water to flush the crystals and take double the amount of ibuprofen for 3-4 days only. But make sure you eat before taking it. Tried naproxen but it makes me feel like shit. Was on allopurinol but haven't had it for ages.

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By *he James gangCouple
38 weeks ago

NEWTOWNABBEY

When I get an attack its in my 2 feet, totally debilitating. I take allopurinol daily and if I get an inkling that an attack is immanent, I have an emergency drug called Colchicine which I take. Unfortunately because heart problems my painkillers are the strong cocodomol. If all fails, hello 2 weeks of torture! Joseph Mengele couldn't think of an experiment to match the pain of gout.

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By *ad NannaWoman
38 weeks ago

East London

Tomatoes make my big toe joints hurt.

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By *layfullsamMan
38 weeks ago

Solihull

"Tomatoes make my big toe joints hurt."

And me, I dropped a can of them on my big toe

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By *onest guy123Man
38 weeks ago

coventry

Got it in my ankle

And top of foot at minute , ankle properly swollen !! Hate the condition !

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By (user no longer on site) OP
37 weeks ago

"Got it in my ankle

And top of foot at minute , ankle properly swollen !! Hate the condition !"

I feel your pain pal! I've been lucky so far for this summer, not had a flare up yet so far.... cursed it now haha.

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By *lackm8Man
37 weeks ago

london

Montmerency Cherry juice.. not just any cherries

Purchase at holland and barrett or from amazon..

A small amount added to 500mm of water breaks the crystals down in uric acid which then escapes when you urinate,

You should notice this difference after a day or two.

I purchased the holland and barrett one for someone who suffered really badly with it, he was sometimes bed ridden and on the tablets from the doctor. after trying the juice and drinking for a few days then once a week after a couple of weeks he stopped the tablets prescribed and never went back just repeat anytime you feel it might be coming on as this led to no more flare ups.

one side effect reported is that you get a goods nights sleep...

if it works for you then You can thank me Later...

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By *ralist 1960Man
37 weeks ago

Leeds, Wortley

allopurinol for the last 2years,i still experience random pain in my toes.Whiskey triggers it so I cut down to 2 bottles every other day. 😂

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
36 weeks ago

Dudley

Started on allopurinol this morning alongside colchicine for the next 28days, the gout came back big time the last 2days to the point I couldn’t walk last night

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By (user no longer on site) OP
36 weeks ago

"Started on allopurinol this morning alongside colchicine for the next 28days, the gout came back big time the last 2days to the point I couldn’t walk last night"

Sorry to hear that, i feel your pain and hope it dies down quickly for you 🙏

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By *he James gangCouple
36 weeks ago

NEWTOWNABBEY

I describe the pain as thus, get a rusty hacksaw and cut off your foot at the ankle. Then cauterized on an open fire and walk on it immediately. Horrendous

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By (user no longer on site) OP
36 weeks ago

"I describe the pain as thus, get a rusty hacksaw and cut off your foot at the ankle. Then cauterized on an open fire and walk on it immediately. Horrendous "

My first one i honestly thought amputation was a good option at the time 🤣

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By *aulaxd2020TV/TS
36 weeks ago

Dudley

"Started on allopurinol this morning alongside colchicine for the next 28days, the gout came back big time the last 2days to the point I couldn’t walk last night

Sorry to hear that, i feel your pain and hope it dies down quickly for you 🙏 "
foot/toe much better not sure it’s gout but my knuckle on my right hand is swollen and painful and difficult to move my fingers it has been like it for a couple of months but strangely when I had the 3day course of colchicine it cleared up completely I had managed to keep off the tramadol for a few weeks but I’m back on them again

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