First, raise the affected limb.
When gout attacks, we can raise the pain side, which can promote venous blood return, reduce edema and eliminate pain. So when gout attacks, we should pay attention to rest, lie in bed and put a pillow under our feet to help us relieve the pain.
Second, cold compress.
Usually we can also use cold compress to relieve the pain. Many people think that hot compress can be used when gout attacks. In fact, this is wrong, because hot compress will promote blood circulation and accelerate recovery. But gout is just the opposite. When the skin capillary pressure is too high, if the blood flow increases, it will even rupture and aggravate the symptoms. Therefore, it is necessary to apply cold compress and get rid of wrong views.
Third, drink more water.
Gout patients should drink plenty of water every day, and must exceed 2000ml. Because after drinking more water, the frequency of urination will increase, so that uric acid in the body can be quickly discharged. Therefore, we must develop good drinking habits at ordinary times, and remember to drink more water and urinate more every day. In this way, uric acid will be discharged quickly, the number of gout attacks will gradually decrease, and the condition will be restored.