Tuesday, January 18, 2022 – 14:13 WIB
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VIVA – Gout is a waste product formed from the breakdown of purines. Purines are substances that can be found naturally in the body and in food. If the level of uric acid in the blood exceeds the normal threshold, it can cause gout or gout.
Gout can cause joint pain due to the accumulation of uric acid crystals. How to treat gout Handling gout does not always require drugs. There are several ways treat gout naturally that can be done at home.
One of them is the compression technique using cold water. This was revealed by a specialist in internal medicine, dr. Ahmad Fariz Malvi Zamzam Zein, SpPD, FINASIM, FACP in the program Healthy life TvOne, Tuesday 18 January 2022.
“One thing that can be done at home, is compressing outside of drug management. Some guidelines suggest using a cold compress to reduce pain,” said Fariz.
Illustration of a gout sufferer.
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However, Fariz reminded that some people are in good condition to check with a doctor, especially those who experience the first attack. Or those who have not recovered for two days.
In addition, Fariz also revealed that consuming mineral water can also prevent gout.
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