Questions to Ask Your Doctor
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- I have symptoms, and I'm worried that I might have gout.
- I have gout, and this is a checkup or follow-up visit.
- I have gout, and I'm sick or having problems.
I have symptoms, and I'm worried that I might have gout.
What to Ask Your Doctor
Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian, MD on February 05, 2022
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Do my symptoms mean that I have gout?
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Is there a test to diagnose gout?
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What causes gout?
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Will prescription or over-the-counter medications help relieve my symptoms?
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Should I take a prescription medicine to help prevent gout attacks?
I have gout, and this is a checkup or follow-up visit.
What to Ask Your Doctor
Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian, MD on February 05, 2022
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Do gout symptoms come and go?
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What causes gout to flare up?
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Are there foods I should avoid?
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How long will I need medication? Can I stop when the symptoms go away?
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What should I do if my medication doesn't help during a gout flare-up?
I have gout, and I'm sick or having problems.
What to Ask Your Doctor
Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian, MD on February 05, 2022
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Are my new symptoms caused by gout?
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Should I have tests to rule out other problems?
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Should I change my gout medication?
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What else can I do to ease the pain and inflammation?
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Can gout cause permanent damage?
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