Managing Hyperuricemia | Gout | Guidelines for Healthcare Professionals

In this comprehensive video, we delve into the intricacies of hyperuricemia and the management of gout, offering essential guidelines and insights for healthcare professionals.
Key Topics Covered:

Understanding Hyperuricemia:
Definition, significance, and its connection to gout.
Common causes and risk factors.

A detailed explanation of the disease's underlying processes.
Diagnostic criteria to identify gout accurately.
Gout Management Guidelines

Practical recommendations for managing gout, including:
Treating acute gout attacks with medications and pain management.
Managing chronic gout through medications and lifestyle modifications.
The importance of patient education and follow-up.
Monitoring serum uric acid levels.
Pharmacological Management

In-depth exploration of medications used in gout management, with a focus on:
NSAIDs, colchicine, corticosteroids.
Urate-lowering therapies (ULTs).
Insights into medication indications, contraindications, and potential side effects.
Lifestyle Modifications

Discussion on the pivotal role of lifestyle changes in gout management, including:
Weight management and exercise.
Dietary recommendations and purine-rich food avoidance
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