Gout and rheumatism which serious?

summary

Gout and rheumatoid have many similar symptoms, and many people have already understood its basic treatment, so many patients will confuse the two. In order to avoid this phenomenon, let's talk about which is serious between gout and rheumatoid?.

Gout and rheumatism which serious?

First, the difference in symptoms. The main attack site of gout is the thumb and ankle joint of the foot, with redness, swelling, heat and pain. Rheumatoid arthritis affected joints are usually finger joints, metacarpophalangeal joints and wrist joints, rarely reddening or burning sensation.

Second, the difference in complications. Gout is often accompanied by hypertension, hyperlipidemia, arteriosclerosis, diabetes, and accompanied by uric acid nephropathy and kidney stones. Rheumatoid is usually accompanied by rheumatic vasculitis, pericarditis, pleurisy, etc., rarely damaged kidney.

Third: the difference in etiology. Gout is caused by high uric acid in the body, and rheumatoid arthritis is caused by autoimmune disorder.

matters needing attention

Whether it is gout or rheumatoid, should be treated as soon as possible, Shanghai and other areas is the first choice for the treatment of gout.