Gout Attacks. is Sleep Apnea One of the Causes of Gout?
by thomas » Sat Oct 01, 2016 11:52 am

Gout Attacks - is Sleep Apnea One of the Causes of Gout?

There are many different potential triggers for gout that you should be aware of if you suffer from the condition. One of the potential triggers that we've been asked about recently is sleep apnea. It may seem as though these two conditions are completely unrelated, but in reality, they are connected. The connection was first noticed when sleep apnea patients received treatment for their disorder and they noticed their gout symptoms simultaneously improved.

The treatments for sleep apnea include preventative actions, such as avoiding sleeping on one's back. When sleeping on the back, the airway can become constricted and is more likely to close, causing the oxygen levels in the blood to be lower than in other sleeping positions. Therefore, changing the way you sleep can help to prevent gout attacks simply by increasing the overall blood oxygen level. Other sleep apnea treatments can include a pressurized CPAP mask or surgery.

This effect is very similar to what happens within the cells when excess alcohol is consumed.
And it should be noted that drinking alcohol can cause sleep apnea to become more pronounced.
Therefore, gout sufferers with sleep apnea have two major reasons to avoid drinking alcohol.
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Most notably, though, is that gout attacks are the most common while asleep, indicating that sleep has an impact on gout attacks and sleep disturbances and conditions may also influence the causes of gout attacks.

So, if you're suffering from gout, you may want to check to make sure that you are not also suffering from sleep apnea, as it may be one of the causes of gout aggravations in your body. Then you will be able to look into both sleep apnea treatments and remedies for the gout itself. Speak to your physician about undergoing a sleep study to determine if you have sleep apnea or not.

Until recently, gout and sleep apnea have been treated separately.
However, many sleep apnea patients who implement treatments for that condition find that their gout improves at the same time.

No matter the final remedy, improvements to a patients sleep apnea problem ensures that blood oxygen levels remain high, nuetralizing uric acid and monosodium urate precipitation and therefore gout flare ups. Keep your mind open to anything when reading about Gout Attacks. Opinions may differ, but it is the base of Gout Attacks that is important.

Other links between sleep apnea and gout include show up in the fact that not only are primary gout sufferers demographically the same as the primary sleep apnea sufferers (middle-aged, overweight men), but sleep apnea and gout are also both much more common among women who have been through menopause. Also, both gout and sleep apnea are associated with people who have a larger neck circumference. Accept the way things are in life. Only then will you be able to accept these points on Gout. Gout can be considered to be part and parcel of life.

Gout is a Painful and Sudden Illness that can Affect Joints

It is caused by the accumulation of excess uric acid, which is normally removed through the urine. The crystals of uric acid can then accumulate in joints and cause inflammation and pain. Often patients are not able to get to their healthcare provider right away. If it is a first attack the symptoms can be alarming. Fortunately, it is rarely life threatening and often resolves in a few days even without treatment. However everyone who gets an attack should see their healthcare provider since there are many excellent treatments available. But what can one do while at home?

Recent research has shown that vitamin C lowers uric acid level but whether this means something in patients with gout is not clear. Avoiding medication that cause gout forums as diuretics or "water pills" or adjusting doses after discussing with the healthcare provider can also help.

Decreasing the intake of alcohol is also helpful since alcohol affects the elimination of uric acid. Although the effect of foods that cause gout is only small it must not be forgotten. Meat and seafood are common causes of gout if taken in excess. We do hope that you find the information here something worth recommending others to read and think about once you complete reading all there is about Gout. :roll:

The home remedy can include NSAID's but you may want to get a diagnosis first since other conditions can cause joint swelling including other forms of arthritis such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Sometimes a joint infection can also look like gout especially if it is hot and red and swollen. If it is quite clear that it is gout, especially if it has affected a joint before, local ice and heat may be applied if comfortable. Taking an NSAID will help as long as the side effects are kept in mind which include stomach ulcer formation and at times high blood pressure. Some examples of NSAIDs are ibuprofen, naproxen and indomethacin.

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The word gout may make you think of kings and medieval history.
But gout isn't a disease of the past.
It's very much with us today.
That's because gout is an inflammatory joint disease and a form of arthritis, not some mysterious illness of the rich and powerful.

Regularly drinking alcohol interferes with the removal of uric acid from the body and can increase the risk for developing gout Extract the juice of half lemon and pour it in 1 glass of water. Drink it three times in a day. We have omitted irrelevant information from this composition on Gout Symptoms as we though that unnecessary information may make the reader bored of reading the composition. :shock:

Within a few hours the pain of gout will start to subside.
Take teaspoon of baking soda with meals.
This will prevent gout attack Take Alfalfa daily.
It is a good source of minerals and other nutrients and reduces serum uric acid

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Causes Gout is caused by the buildup of uric acid in the joints. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, approximately 18% of people who develop gout have a family history of the condition. Diseases and conditions that increase the risk include diabetes, obesity, kidney disease, and sickle cell anemia.

The Juice of French or String Beans Has Also Proved Effective in the Treatment of Gout

About 150 ml. of this juice should be taken by the patient suffering from this disease. Raw potato juice and fresh pineapple juices are also beneficial. Having been given the assignment of writing an interesting presentation on Gout Pain, this is what we came up with. Just hope you find it interesting too!

Symptoms -
Sustained high levels of uric acid in the blood is a common gout symptom (see causes of gout). -
Presence of uric acid crystals in joint fluid (see diagnosis of gout).
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There are many natural remedies for Gout, but the most effective may be prevention. Prevention of Gout is only a few lifestyle changes and can significantly reduce the amount of time and irritation that result from the infliction of Gout. :evil:

Arthritis is the #1 cause of disability in America today, impacting approximately seven million people.
It is now one of the most prevalent chronic health problems.

Another Common Arthritis Known as Rheumatoid Arthritis is an Autoimmune Disease

In autoimmune disease, the body's immune system actually attacks its own tissue. The joints and cartilage are normally surrounded by protective tissue called synovium which produces a fluid that nourishes and lubricates the bones and cartilage. We would like you to leisurely go through this article on Uric Acid to get the real impact of the article. Uric Acid is a topic that has to be read clearly to be understood.

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This Painful Disease Mostly Attacks Small Joints

The frequency of subsequent acute attacks of gout usually increases over time. A diet of fatty protein rich foods, excessive alcohol consumption, and obesity are contributing factors of gout attacks. There has been an uncalculatable amount of information added in this composition on Uric Acid. Don't try counting it!

With Over a Hundred Variations of Arthritis, the Most Common One is Osteoarthritis

It is a degenerative joint disease which is related to aging. The deteriorated cartilage that covered the ends of the bone in the joint cause's loss of movement as the bone rubs against bone. It causes the bones to change shape, the muscles to weaken and the reflexes to slow. There is a lot of jargon connected with Uric Acid. However, we have eliminated the difficult ones, and only used the ones understood by everyone.

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Nearly 40 million Americans have arthritis, with 24 million of them being under 65 years old.
Projected increase of arthritis by 2020 is 60 million in the U.S. alone.
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Is Important that You Take an Active Role in the Prevention and Treatment of Joint Damage

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Rheumatoid Arthritis is One of the Most Serious and Disabling Types of Arthritis

Severe joint pain, fatigue fever, and inflammation are the first symptoms most people notice. In more serious cases, the autoimmune response involves other areas of the body such as the heart, lungs, kidney or liver. Gout is characterized by monosodium uric crystals in the joints or tissue. It generally occurs in patients 30 to 50 years old after many years of eating an over rich diet of purine foods. When the kidneys can not eliminate the over production of uric acid from the body, levels build up causing the needle like crystals to form on the joints.

Osteoarthritis Most Commonly Occurs in the Weight-Bearing Joints

Severe trauma to a joint can precipitate arthritis, sometimes years after the initial injury. Painkillers are effective for a while, but when the drugs no longer ease the pain some physicians recommend surgery. Americans undergo lower back surgery, and knee and hip replacement surgery mostly because of osteoarthritis. Having a penchant for Purine led us to write all that there has been written on Purine here. Hope you too develop a penchant for Purine!

Foods to eat- foods high in sulfur such as asparagus, cabbage, garlic, and onions which may help repair cartilage and bone.
Also include fish, flax (omega-3 fatty acids), and borage oil (omega-6 fatty acids) which can help decrease inflammation.
Incorporate these 7 non-biochemical (natural) weapons into the battlefield, and the war against arthritis will be much more attainable- naturally.
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Exercise- beneficial in helping to reduce stiffness, and maintain an optimum weight to help ease the pressure on those weight bearing joints. 5.
Celery seed- this wonderful natural spice contains nearly two dozen anti-inflammatory compounds known for decreasing inflammation.

The Conventional Treatment Includes the Use of Painkillers, and Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

While these drugs are often helpful in alleviating the pain, they may accelerate the degeneration of articular surfaces thereby destroying the body's ability to repair cartilage. Several thousand patients are admitted to hospitals every year for complications associated with anti-inflammatory medications.

Rheumatoid arthritic patient's immune system produces white blood cells that attack the synovium.
This is what causes the inflammation, and painful swollen joints.
When the inflamed synovium attacks the joint, bone, and cartilage it causes the muscles around the joint to become too weak to support it properly.
Therefore chronic inflammation is the culprit that may eventually cause damage to the cartilage and bone.
Glucosamine supplement- the joints stop producing this necessary substance that helps alleviate stiffness. 7.
Chondroitin supplement- the body stops producing chrondocytes which help maintain healthy joints.
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