Gout

most common forms are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, fibromyalgia, childhood arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus. In general, arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints and connective tissue, the immune system, and in some cases, internal organs. Almost half of the…

The focus of my case analysis is J.R., a 53 year old Hispanic male who has retired after serving 23 years in the United States Army. His hobbies include playing golf and watching sports. J.R has health insurance through Tricare and he is able to receive medications at no cost when his prescriptions are filled on the military base at which he sees his primary care provider. He is allergic to shellfish and the reactions that he experiences are hives and airway swelling. He currently smokes 1 pack…

A typical example of such a case was illustrated by Lockie and Hubbard when they studied the effect of a high fat diet on patients with gout. They placed four gout patients whose symptoms had subsidies on a high fat low carbohydrate diet and they observed a prompt return of the symptoms, as well as by a reduction of uric acid output and a rise in blood uric acid. These patients were then put on a high…

There are two main types of arthritis that occur most commonly in both humans and animals, Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Osteoarthritis is considered “wear and tear” of the joints, whereas Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is due to the immune system not working properly. Both diseases are highly painful and can indicate to major bone and joint problems if not handled in the correct way. During RA the body mistakes antibodies against its own proteins, which then leads to the overreaction of…

Aside from the cardiac and insulin problems, physical problems can also develop, such as gout or osteoarthritis. Gout is when uric acid accumulates in the blood, which causes crystals to form around joints and makes walking and exercising very difficult due to the pressure which causes sharp pains in knees, ankles and other joints. Even simple tasks such as standing can be very excruciating. Much like gout, osteoarthritis can cause severe pain when walking and moving due to the wearing down of…

incident; as he was suffering from gout. He claimed that whenever Mr. Cortez had ever complained about standing on his feet too long, his gout would exacerbate to the point where he would have Mr. Cortez work in the sanding department. He said by sending Mr. Cortez to the Sanding Department; he would not be standing on his feet as he would be doing at the Rib Machine. However, Mr. Cortez would eventually ask to be placed back at the Gang Rib Machine after the pain from the gout would…

A review of his medical record indicates a medical history of peripheral edema, chronic pain Seizures, Hypotension, Prostate cancer, bladder removal, sleep apnea, NIDDM, gout, kidney stones, neuropathy, pulmonary embolus-has filter, DVTin right leg, chronic edema in right leg and chronic pain syndrome. At today’s visit he is accompanied by his wife. He is homebound due to his immobility. His wife reports that his immobility started 8 years ago. He has not left his room in the last 3 years due…

CC: “Nosebleed that won’t stop” HPI: A 66 year old white male, with history of Type II diabetes, gout, hypertension and coronary artery disease status post 3 stent placement most recent 2009. was transferred to UF Health, from a medical center in The Villages, Florida for ENT evaluation of persistent unilateral epistaxis of the right nostril. The three days prior to admission, the patient admitted that while taking a shower he cleared his nose and “red chunks” were seen, he also noted some…

Kidney stones What are kidney stones? Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis) are salts or crystals that precipitate in the urinary tract. These stones are typically made up of elements such as calcium (most common), uric acid, magnesium ammonium phosphate, or cysteine. The urinary tract begins with the kidneys, which empty urine into the ureters, which then drain urine into the bladder and finally the urethra. Stones can be located anywhere along the urinary system from the kidneys to the bladder.…

o’ the other senses,/ Or else worth all the rest: I see thee still;/ And on the blade and dudgeon the gouts of blood,/ Which was not so before. There’s no such thing.” (1.44-47) The “gouts of blood” are another symbol during his hallucination of his guilt. Gout is a form or arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and triggers inflammation in the joints. This reference to the gout of blood is foreshadowing bloodier images. Macbeth is hallucinating the blood before the deed is…