Most of us as we approach our mid forties will suffer from a type of arthritis known as gouty arthritis.
So what isgout? Gout is an increase of uric acid in the bloodstream known as hyperuricemia.
When a build up uric acid (also known as monosodium urate) occurs it forms crystals which lodge themselves in the cartilage and soft tissues of joints in the body causing severe pain.
Inflammation, tenderness, and a reddish skin color can accompany the affected joints.
What is gout doing to other parts of my body is another question asked by gout sufferers.
Other parts of the body that can be affected with gout can be linked to when the formation of tophi, or lumps of uric acid crystals build up under the skin.
These crystals form in the joints, bones, kidneys and can impair proper functioning of the kidneys.
Listed below are some gout cures or a way of gaining some temporary relief from this crippling disease.
These may or may not work for you, so it might be worth your time to try a couple of them out and discover your own results.
1) Decreasing your intake of certain types of foods, red meat and sea food.
People who consume large amounts of these foods have a greater chance to develop gout or increase the severity of an attack.
2) Significant alcohol consumption, particularly in the form of beer, has also been known to increase the risk of gout development.
3) Drinking cherry juice may also help prevent a gout attack or ease the severity of an attack.
These were just three suggestions to help you discover what is gout .
  By using these home remedies hopefully you can avoid the risk of side affects associated with prescription medicines.