Allied Symptoms
Some patients may encounter symptoms that are unrelated to gout. They comprise:
This symptom is associated with numerous diseases and conditions of the body. It typically develops as a result of fatigue and energy deficiency.
Appetite loss – Nausea and vomiting can induce appetite loss. This is particularly true for patients with chronic gout who were not promptly diagnosed and treated.
A mild fever – Fever is typically the body’s response to active inflammation in the joints or other organs affected by gout. It is typically mild and can be readily treated with over-the-counter fever-reducing medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and Ibrupfen. However, you should seek medical attention if your fever persists or tends to increase after a few days.
Typically, these associated symptoms manifest either just as the severe pain and inflammation begins to subside or just prior to the advent of an acute gout attack. These are uncommon, but should be reported to your physician. The associated symptoms and indicators of gout highlight the difficulty in diagnosing this joint condition.