Gout and Fibromyalgia Discussions

In this video series:

Panel Introductions: Gout and Fibromyalgia

Steven Stanos, MD introduces his panel of experts for the Gout and Fibromyalgia Discussions.

Risk factors for gout include obesity, age, and decreased renal function. Often allodynia is the chief complaint when gout affects the large toe. Although gout can affect other joints, the incidence is lower.

Gout Treatment

Relieving the pain of the acute attack and reducing the incidence for gout becoming chronic are the foremost goals of treatment.

Fibromyalgia: Diagnosis and Treatment

Calvin Brown, MD defines fibromyalgia as "wide spread" centrally mediated pain. He discusses the diagnosis, treatment, and research into many aspects of this challenging disorder.

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Gout and Fibromyalgia Discussions

In this video series:

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