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Arthritis Support Group of
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Overarching Principles and Recommendations in the Management of Gout
Overarching Principles A Every person with gout should be fully informed about the pathophysiology of the disease, the existence of effective treatments, associated comorbidities and the principles of managing acute attacks and eliminating urate crystals through lifelong lowering of SUA level below a target level. B Every person with gout should receive advice regarding lifestyle:…
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2016 Updated EULAR Recommendations for Management of flares in patients with Gout
Management of acute flare according to the European League Against Rheumatism recommendations. Letters and numbers in parentheses indicate the items of the recommendations presented in the table. Strong P-glycoprotein or CYP3A4 inhibitors are cyclosporin, clarithromycin, ketoconazole and ritonavir. IL, interleukin; NSAID, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; PPI, proton pump inhibitor; ULT, urate-lowering therapy.
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The 2015 American College of Rheumatology/European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology Gout Classification Criteria
Categories Score Step 1: Entry criterion (only apply criteria below to those meeting this entry criterion) At least 1 episode of swelling, pain, or tenderness in a peripheral joint or bursa Step 2: Sufficient criterion (if met, can classify as gout without applying criteria below) Presence of MSU crystals in a symptomatic joint or bursa (ie, in…
Learn more about Rheumatology TT
This is an educational portal which is people-focused and patient-centered. The aim of Rheumatology TT is to provide information and to educate patients and relatives on the various rheumatologic disorders and their management.
Some of the most common rheumatologic disorders encountered in Trinidad and Tobago are Rheumatoid Arthritis, System Lupus Erythematous and other connective tissue disorders, Vasculitis, Psoriatic Arthritis and related conditions, Gout and Osteoarthritis.
This initiative is being led by Dr. Haramnauth Dyaanand, who is a Specialist Physician with training and experience in the field of Rheumatology & Internal Medicine.
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#2 Dumfries Road
La Romaine
Trinidad
We are conveniently located just outside the heart of the San Fernando and a few minutes away from the highway. Our location offers comfortable parking, with many amenities located nearby.
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