Understanding and Treating Pseudogout: A Comprehensive Guide

Psuedogout is a condition caused by deposits of calcium pyrophosphate around a joint that results in inflammation of the joint. Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation and preventing future attacks.

At-Home Treatment

• No matter which type of medication a doctor recommends, resting the painful area and icing it every 30 minutes or so is an effective remedy.

OTC Medications

• The first method of treatment should be the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen combined with the icing and resting.

Colchicine

• Colchicines are a type of anti-inflammatory medication prescribed for patients who are allergic to or cannot tolerate similar over-the-counter medications.

Injections

• As another form of anti-inflammatory treatment, cortisone can be injected into the area where joints are inflamed.

Joint Aspiration

• Joint aspiration is the process of removing fluid around the joint to relieve the pain and pressure caused by pseudogout.