The American College of Rheumatology developed guidelines for the management of gout, including use of urate-lowering therapy, flare treatment, and lifestyle and medication recommendations.
In recent years, researchers have investigated a potential link between gout and depression. We review clinical evidence on the subject.
Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases affect more than 52 million Americans, and symptoms such as chronic pain, swelling and inflammation can mirror other illnesses. In addition, there are more than 100 rheumatic diseases that can affect any area of the body. The ACR creates and updates criteria sets and clinical practice guidelines to help researchers and clinicians identify and treat diseases that are often difficult to manage.
