Gout: Homeopathic Approach
Gout is one of the oldest and most common forms of arthritis. Its primary symptoms are the sudden onset of pain with sensitivity in the affected joints, often seen in the big toe. It can also occur in the knees, ankles, feet, hands, wrists, and fingers. Long-term uncontrolled gout can lead to joint damage.
Arthritis often affects individuals with dietary imbalances and alcohol consumption habits. It can occur across all age groups. The normal level of uric acid in the blood is 3.5 to 7.2 mg/dL. When uric acid levels exceed this range, it accumulates in the blood and tissues, leading to arthritis.
Gout progresses through four stages:
- Asymptomatic: High uric acid levels in the blood without joint symptoms.
- Acute Phase: Sudden onset of pain and joint sensitivity for a short period.
- Intercritical Phase: No pain or swelling between acute attacks.
- Chronic Phase: Frequent arthritis attacks affecting multiple joints (polyarticular).
At Divine Homeopathic Clinic, we tailor solutions based on individual presentations, lifestyle, mental and emotional states, stress levels, diet, and family history. Homeopathic medicines for arthritis aim to relieve symptoms, reduce joint swelling, and regulate uric acid production and elimination. Common homeopathic remedies include Colchicum, Benzoic acid, Ledum Pal, and Berberis vulgaris.