title: Gout and pseudogout.
abstract: This article describes the clinical spectrum of gout and pseudogout and discusses the role of colchicine, NSAIDs, and uric acid--lowering agents in the management of different stages of gout. A great majority of patients with gout are now seen and treated by primary care physicians. Strategy for successful management of gout and prevention of its disabling complications are discussed also.
authors.affiliation: Rheumatology Services, Medical Center, Beaver, Pennsylvania.
authors.forename: A K
authors.initials: AK
authors.lastname: Agarwal
mesh_terms: D015210:Arthritis, Gouty / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D002805:Chondrocalcinosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006073:Gout / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans