Pseudogout
Pseudogout Causes
Pseudogout is caused by the precipitation of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals in the interphalangeal joints.
Pseudogout Definition
Pseudogout, also known as calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease is a rheumatologic disorder that consists of red, swollen joints that resemble gouty arthritis and acute synovitis.
Pseudogout Diagnosis
The disease is diagnosed by radiography. CT scans, ulatrasound and nuclear medicine are also used to observe pseudogout.
Pseudogout Symptoms and Signs
Patients with the disease usually experience inflammation of one or more joints. They may also undergo other problems such as hemochromatosis, hypophosphatemia, hyperparathyroidism and renal osteodystrophy. White blood cells also increase.
Pseudogout Treatment
Pseudogout is cured by intra-articular corticosteroid injection, high-dose colchicine, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. NSAIDs are administered in higher doses to prevent attacks of chondrocalinosis.