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  1. Also known as: calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, CPPD
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    Your treatment plan may include one or more of these options.
    Treatment includes anti-inflammatory medication for symptom relief.
    Medication

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): To reduce pain.

    Indomethacin


    Anti-gout agents: Also work for pseudogout. Used as an alternative for those unable to tolerate NSAIDs.

    Colchicine


    Corticosteroids: Reduce inflammation.

    Prednisolone

    Procedures

    Joint drainage: Done using a needle to remove joint fluid, which helps remove crystals. This relieves pressure and pain.

    Self-care

    Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

    • Rest the joint
    • Apply ice on the joint to reduce inflammation

    Nutrition

    Foods to eat:

    • Omega3 rich foods such as fish, sardines
    • Foods rich in antioxidants such as berries Foods rich in antioxidants
    • Vitamin E rich foods such as avocado

    Foods to avoid:

    • Fatty foods

    Specialist To Consult

    Primary care physician

    Specializes in the acute and chronic illnesses and provides preventive care and health.

    Rheumatologist

    Specializes in the treatment of arthritis, autoimmune diseases, pain disorders affecting joints, and osteoporosis.

    Geriatrician

    Specializes in the care and treatment of older people.

    Source: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn more
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    What is the prognosis of pseudogout? The outlook of pseudogout is generally very good. Aggressive treatment of the inflammation can lead to complete resolution of the inflammation, pain, tenderness, and loss of joint function. While this can last for weeks, the inflammation of resolves within days with proper treatment.
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    Pseudogout treatment. Ice packs and rest may be helpful. Painkillers and anti-inflammatory medicines are usually given to help the pain and inflammation. Other treatments sometimes tried include draining any fluid with a syringe and needle, injecting steroid liquid into the joint and taking steroid tablets.
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