Gouty Tophus Quiz
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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is gouty tophus?
It is a type of chronic arthritis, usually chronic rheumatoid arthritis that occurs due to excessive production or reduced clearance of uric acid, which accumulates as uric acid crystals in the joints. Risk factors include genetics, excessive alcohol consumption, a diet with excessive sugars or proteins, certain medications, and male sex.
Symptoms of gouty tophus
Red or yellow skin lumps
Lumps under the skin
Sores or ulcers of the skin
Questions your doctor may ask to check for gouty tophus
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose gouty tophus
Do you have yellow or red lumps/bumps on your skin?
Do you feel a lump/lumps under your skin?
Do you have skin ulcers (sores)?
Treatment for gouty tophus
Treatment includes adequate hydration, reducing alcohol consumption, medication to prevent uric acid accumulation, and anti-inflammatory medication
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References
Chhana A, Dalbeth N. The gouty tophus: a review. Curr Rheumatol Rep. 2015 Mar;17(3):19. doi: 10.1007/s11926-014-0492-x. PMID: 25761926.
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11926-014-0492-x
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Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.
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