"The findings from these target trial emulations indicate that SGLT-2 inhibitors could be a valuable addition to existing ...

Too much formation of uric acid can cause a gout flare-up, resulting in pain, swelling, and redness of the joint.

Cardiometabolic comorbidities in particular were associated with gout treatment patterns and were also associated with a high burden of disease, as reflected by an increased risk of flares.

Sodium glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors used to treat diabetes may also reduce the risk of recurrent kidney stones and gout ...

Additional tests are usually required to help confirm the diagnosis, such as: Treatment for a gout flare-up in the hands ...

With early diagnosis, treatment, and lifestyle changes, gout is one of the most controllable forms of arthritis. Many people avoid gout flares, decrease the severity of their symptoms, and can ...

A higher rate of weight loss within 1 year of initiating orlistat is associated with lower risks for incident gout ... medication (orlistat) and the risk for incident gout and recurrent gout ...

“There is an unmet clinical need in the prevention of gout in people with a propensity to flare and better treatment of the flare. Current treatments can be toxic if used in a prolonged way. It is ...

Merriman’s research interests also include outcomes in gout, especially severity and drug response. He also applies genetic epidemiological techniques to understanding the causal relationships in gout ...