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Thanks guys!
Great insights into meds. I'm gonna press my luck and go on an alcohol question tangent…
Is it safe to say that aside from a genetic disposition, this gout thing is most often triggered by long term alcohol use?
My liver enzymes have been consistently a little over normal for 15+ years. I drink 15-20 drinks a week (5-7 per sitting) most of my adult life – I'm 56. 60 pounds overweight. Triglycerides slightly high too. Ahhhh, confession is good for the soull!
I know I should quit the beer, but otherwise healthy (except overweight) and then figure I might not have many years to go – might as well enjoy a few drinks every couple days if side effects aren't too serious. Well this gout is first tangible “SERIOUS” for me. Pain is/was incredible! Haven't had a drop for 3 weeks yet had a flare-up yesterday after two weeks from last one.
Any sentiments / thoughts on above? Anybody behaving similarly badly?
