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Li Ming is preparing to participate in an important golf tournament, and he has been practicing for months.
Just the night before, Li Ming's family doctor, Dr. Wang, called and reminded him that "once you start taking uric acid-lowering drugs, there are five things you can't do, otherwise it will cause harm to your body."
Puzzled, Li Ming asked what was going on, and Dr. Wang told him that he did need to take uric acid-lowering drugs to control high uric acid levels, but that there were some things to pay attention to while using such drugs.
Early the next morning, Li Ming went to the golf course to practice as usual. As he swung his club, he recalled the five taboos mentioned by Dr. Wang. He couldn't help but worry a little about whether it would affect his skills and results.
A few days later, Li Ming went to see Dr. Wang again. The doctor patiently explained that although uric acid-lowering drugs can help control the level of uric acid in the body, there are some things that need to be paid attention to when using them, otherwise they may backfire and even endanger health.
"First of all, you have to limit your drinking. Alcohol can affect the metabolism of drugs, increase the burden on the liver and kidneys, and alcohol itself can also increase uric acid levels, so once you start taking uric acid-lowering drugs, you must strictly limit alcohol consumption. "
Li Ming nodded, he knew that he usually didn't drink much, but he did like to have a few drinks with friends on the golf course, it seemed that this habit was about to change.
"Secondly, you want to avoid some purine-rich foods." Dr. Wang continued, "Red meat, seafood, offal, etc., all contain large amounts of purines, which can cause uric acid levels to rise, neutralizing the effects of uric acid-lowering drugs. So during the period of taking medicine, you must stay away from these foods. "
Hearing this, Li Ming was a little apprehensive, he likes to eat steak and seafood, which are his usual favorite foods. However, for the sake of his health, he still decided to follow the doctor's advice and temporarily quit these high-purine foods.
"Third, you should avoid a lot of exercise." Dr. Wang continued, "High-intensity exercise causes a large amount of muscle tissue to dissolve, releasing large amounts of purines, which can increase the burden on the kidneys. Therefore, you should try to avoid strenuous exercise while taking the medicine, such as golf, in moderation. "
Li Ming sighed in his heart when he heard this, golf is his biggest hobby, and now he can't even play this to his heart's content. However, thinking about his health, he still decided to follow the doctor's advice and exercise moderately.
"Fourth, you need to be careful to maintain adequate water intake." Dr. Wang emphasized, "Uric acid tends to crystallize and precipitate in the body, causing gout attacks. Adequate hydration helps dissolve and flush out excess uric acid crystals from the body, so drink enough water every day while taking the medication. "
Li Ming nodded busily, he knew that this was important, especially when he was sweating a lot on the golf course.
"Finally," Dr. Wang adds, "you should avoid vitamin C supplements. Although vitamin C has a diuretic effect, it also affects the metabolism of uric acid, which may neutralize the effects of uric acid-lowering drugs. "
Li Ming fell into deep thought, these requirements seemed harsh, and he began to worry about whether he would be able to fully comply. However, for the sake of his own health, he decided to do as much as he could.
Back at home, Li Ming carefully consulted some relevant medical literature. It is understood that purine is a chemical compound that is widely found in animal foods, such as meat, seafood, etc. When there is a problem with the purine metabolism process in the body, it can lead to an increase in uric acid levels, triggering a gout attack.
Uric acid-lowering drugs mainly reduce uric acid levels by inhibiting the production of uric acid or promoting the excretion of uric acid.
However, if you still consume a lot of purine-containing foods while taking uric acid-lowering drugs, or if you drink too much alcohol, exercise excessively, do not consume enough water, and supplement vitamin C, the effectiveness of the drug will be greatly reduced, and serious complications may even occur.
Medical studies have shown that long-term use of uric acid-lowering drugs, if you do not pay attention to the above five aspects, may lead to further damage to liver and kidney function, and even cause gastrointestinal bleeding, muscle soreness and other adverse reactions.
Therefore, doctors have repeatedly emphasized that these matters must be taken with extra care during the period of taking uric acid-lowering drugs.
Li Ming realized that for people like him with high uric acid and a history of gout, it is very important to do these "taboo" matters during the period of taking the medicine. He decided to follow his doctor's advice from now on, adjust his lifestyle and eating habits, and be fully prepared for the upcoming golf tournament.
On the day of the golf match, Li Ming played well and won the championship with excellent results. After the game, he celebrated with joy with his wife and children. His wife saw that Li Ming was in good spirits, and she was also very pleased that he was able to stick to his medication and pay attention to his living habits.
At this moment, Li Ming's mobile phone rang, and it was a call from Dr. Wang. The doctor told him that after this period of medication and conditioning, his uric acid level had dropped significantly, and his gout symptoms had been significantly relieved.
The doctor once again emphasized that you must pay attention to the above 5 points during the period of taking the medicine, so as to maximize the efficacy of the drug and maintain your health.
Li Ming nodded again and again and expressed his heartfelt thanks to the doctor. He is determined to continue to strictly follow the doctor's instructions and cherish his hard-won health.
Through this short story, we can see that for people with high uric acid and a history of gout, it is necessary to take uric acid-lowering drugs, but at the same time, we need to pay extra attention to some changes in diet and lifestyle habits. These 5 "contraindications" reminded by doctors, if not well followed, will not only reduce the efficacy of the drug, but may also trigger some serious complications.
Therefore, friends with high uric acid or gout, while using uric acid-lowering drugs, must actively cooperate with the doctor's advice and take the initiative to adjust their lifestyle, so as to achieve the best treatment effect and maintain their physical health. Only in this way can we enjoy life while also having a healthy body.