Gout may affect anyone, though it commonly affects men more than women. Gout can cause painful health conditions like kidney stones if left untreated. Alleviate your joint pain and schedule a consultation with the Maryland Gout Institute in Baltimore County, Maryland, to discuss gout symptoms and treatment options with you. Call us today at 410-709-0885 to learn how we can assist with your gout pain.

Why Choose the Maryland Gout Institute in Baltimore County, MD?

Although gout is not curable, it can be treated and controlled. Treatment aims to reduce inflammation and pain via medication while also minimizing the chances of further attacks. The specialists at the Maryland Gout Institute, including Dr. Mark Spier , will help determine your treatment plan based on multiple factors, including your age, current medicines, overall well-being, health condition, and severity of gout attacks.

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns, or if you are tired of having foot and gout pain. We use the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies to treat foot and ankle issues for residents in Baltimore County, MD.

About Gout

Gout is a type of arthritis that includes unexpected and severe joint pain attacks. It can impact the joints of the arms and legs but is mostly found in the big toe joints.

Symptoms and Diagnosis of Gout

The symptoms of gout usually happen when you least expect them. The length and frequency of gout pain attacks may vary in each patient. Symptoms of gout include the following:

• Intense joint pain that can be debilitating to your body overall
• Lingering, dull pain that causes discomfort all the time
• You may notice inflammation and swelling of the affected joint
• Redness of the skin may also occur when you have gout pain
• Sometimes, urate crystals can produce lumps under the skin known as tophi

Your primary doctor can diagnose gout with a joint fluid exam. A needle is used to remove fluid from the affected joint and test it under a microscope. A blood examination could also help determine the amount of uric acid in your body.

Reasons for Having Gout Pain

Most people get gout when their bodies have excessive uric acid (a natural chemical from the breakdown of genetic material in the cells). If the body makes excessive uric acid or the kidneys don’t release enough uric acid, the acid becomes urate crystals within the joint. As a result, these sharp crystals within the joint can result in pain and inflammation. Gout might also occur due to consuming certain foods, such as anchovies or red meat, or it’s common in persons who are overweight or drink excessive alcohol. Therefore, addressing these risk factors is vital to controlling and lowering the chances of having gout pain.

Prevention Tips for Gout Pain in Baltimore County

Besides your treatment here at the Maryland Gout Institute in Baltimore County, people should consider implementing these preventative measures to manage their gout pain at home:

• Prevent future gout attacks by drinking lots of fluids while limiting sugary beverages.
• If you are someone who is obese, that can worsen or trigger gout pain. Make life changes to lose weight gradually and maintain it.
• Excessive alcohol consumption is more likely to increase the chances of a gout attack.
• Low-fat dairy products in your diet are proven to help manage gout pain.

Read Excellent Customer Reviews

Learn what our satisfied customers have to say about the Maryland Gout Institute:

• “Great experience, from the doctor and also the receptionist, I am very satisfied thank you very much” – Tiger W.
• “Thank you so much for being quick with scheduling and quick follow ups. Your office staff is super kind and considerate as well.” – Erica L.
• “A great experience during my year of treatment. Dr. Spier and his staff, Debbie, Kelly and Sam are all top notch care givers. I reccomend them to anyone needing care for gout or related problems.” – Frank G.

Serving Baltimore County, MD

We proudly serve foot and ankle treatments in Baltimore County, Maryland, including:

• Pikesville, MD
• Towson, MD
• Reisterstown, Maryland
• Owings Mills, Maryland
• Baltimore, MD

For gout management in Baltimore County, Maryland, call 410-709-0885 or complete and submit our online form to schedule a same-day appointment. Our operating hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 11710 Reisterstown Rd, Suite 208, Reisterstown, MD 21136.

Contact the Maryland Gout Institute for Gout Pain in Baltimore County, Maryland

Since 1984, Dr. Mark E. Spier, has been providing various treatment options with a specialization in the treatment of gout. Our practice in Reisterstown, MD, also offers PinPointe laser treatment for heel pain. We pride ourselves on listening to our patients thoroughly and understanding the extent of their foot and ankle concerns. The Maryland Gout Institute accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients! To schedule an appointment, call our office today (410) 847-7287! Follow our blog, Facebook, and X.