How to stop gout attack quickly
In case you are experiencing gout attack, one of the quickest ways to halt the attack is by resting the affected joint, ice application, drinking a lot of water, and taking prescribed anti-inflammatory medicine as soon as possible. Others will even find relief through a change of diet that avoids high-purine food and consuming natural anti-inflammatory remedies such as cherry juice. After the immediate pain has been brought under control, it is important to determine the underlying cause of this apparent pain–here is where Iridology can become a very strong tool to help prevent future attacks.
We will simplify this into easy steps that you can follow to control gout in case it sets in and prevent it entirely.
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First Aid for a Gout Attack
In case of gout flare-up, the pain may be debilitating. This is how to gain control quickly:
Rest the Joint
Put to rest any motion in the affected area. In case it is your foot or ankle, do not stand or walk. Swelling may be reduced by elevating the joint on pillows.
Apply Ice Packs
Cold therapy decreases inflammation and dulls pain. Cover ice with a thin hand towel and leave for 15-20 minutes at a time with intervals.
Stay Hydrated
Consume 2 to 3 litres of water a day. Uric acid is the primary reason behind the pain of gout that can be flushed out of your system with the help of water.
Take Anti-Inflammatory Medication
In case your physician has advised nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen, then take them as soon as possible. Avoid aspirin–this may exacerbate gout conditions.
Eat Anti-Inflammatory Foods
In case you feel like snacking, see to it that it is anti-inflammatory food, like fresh cherries, celery juice, or cucumber slices. These may be of assistance in lowering uric acid levels in a natural manner.
Why Gout Happens – The Root Cause
Gout is brought about by the accumulation of the uric acid crystals in the joints. Uric acid is a byproduct of purine constituting some foods such as red meat, organ meat, seafood and alcohol (particularly beer).
Uric acid will crystallise when the body is unable to excrete it effectively, leading to the pain you experience during a flare-up, which is sharp and stabbing.
But the key is this–gout is not all about food. The role of the elimination systems in your body such as your kidneys, your liver, and even your skin matters a lot in terms of how you deal with uric acid. This is why two individuals may have identical diets, but only one develops gout.
The Role of Iridology in Stopping Gout Recurrence
Whereas conventional medicine is interested in only temporarily reducing uric acid, Iridology looks further–at the causes behind the fact that your body does not process uric acid well in the first place.
Iridology is the science of the iris (the coloured bit of your eye) to identify patterns, signs and marks that represent possible weaknesses of various organs and systems.
Iridology can assist when it comes to gout by:
- Determining weaknesses in either kidneys or the liver that can influence the uric acid excretion.
- Noticing the symptoms of the lymphatic congestion which slows down the waste flow out of the body.
- Showing systemic inflammation inclinations that increase the risk of gout flares.
With this information about where your body is more vulnerable, you can take certain actions to correct that, whether through diet, hydration, herbal therapies and/or lifestyle, to eliminate those weak points and avoid gout attacks in the future.
Quick Relief + Long-Term Prevention Plan
It is one thing to halt a gout attack as rapidly as possible–it is another to prevent a recurrence of it. The following two-part approach:
Immediate Relief Plan (Within Hours)
- Rest and elevate the joint.
- Use ice packs.
- Drink a lot of water and herbal teas such as nettle or dandelion.
- Take anti-inflammatory medicine as prescribed.
- Stay off purine-rich foods at least 48 hours.
Long-Term Prevention Plan (Weeks to Months)
- Undergo an Iridology consultation to detect weak areas in the elimination system.
- Foods such as cucumber, lemon water, watermelon, and green leafy vegetables strengthen the kidneys and liver.
- Being at a healthy weight to minimise joint pressure.
- Reduce alcohol consumption, particularly, beer and sweet beverages.
- Add in moderate activity such as walking or swimming.
- Check uric acid level regularly.
Natural Remedies for Gout Support
Although medical treatment is significant, there are numerous ways to go along with your recovery and prevention.
- Cherries and Cherry Juice – Has a rich amount of anthocyanins which limit inflammation.
- Celery Seeds – thought to assist the body in the removal of uric acid.
- Lemon Water – Alkalinises the body and aids the kidneys.
- Ginger – It has anti-inflammatory agents.
- Nettle Tea – These are traditionally used to promote joint and kidney health.
Why Ignoring Gout Can Be Dangerous
Gout attack may be just a momentary inconvenience, but this problem should not be neglected or disregarded; otherwise, it can be followed by severe consequences:
- Repeated inflammation of the joints leads to chronic joint damage.
- Tophi development – hard uric acid deposits beneath the skin.
- Excess uric acid kidney stones.
- Limited movement caused by deformity of joints.
You can safeguard your long term health by finding and treating the root cause at an early stage; particularly, using the knowledge that Iridology can present.
The Iridology Advantage
Most gout guides end at: avoid purines and take medicine. But Iridology gives a personal touch:
- Rather than trying to figure out which system of your body is being overworked, you will be able to look at your iris and know exactly where care is required.
- You will be in a position to design a specific strategy that goes beyond symptom control to aim at systemic balance and the efficiency of waste elimination.
- Iridology may unveil other lurking causative factors such as ineffective lymphatic drainage, a tendency towards chronic dehydration or inefficient digestion among others, which can negatively affect gout indirectly.
It is like this: medicine may only treat the smoke, but Iridology will actually help to find the fire.
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Conclusion
And in case you yourself are experiencing a gout attack now:
- Rest, ice, hydrate, and take prescribed medication.
- Consume anti-inflammatory foods and reduce purine foods.
- Schedule an Iridology appointment upon the flare-up–so you can find out why your body was failing to get rid of uric acid and how to correct it naturally.
Treating gout quickly is one thing, but preventing it is another, and that is where Iridology comes in.
In a nutshell:
- To relieve the problem at once: rest, ice, water, medication, anti-inflammatory foods.
- Long-term prevention: evaluate organ health (particularly kidneys and liver), practice healthy habits and apply Iridology as a method to analyse underlying causes.
Gout is one of the languages of your body–Iridology can help you understand what it is saying and take action before pain attacks again.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for further guidance.
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