Stuff like salami, hot dogs, pepperoni, bologna, ham, bacon and SPAM all normally contain sodium nitrate as one of the ingredients. Fresh meats generally do not contain any added chemicals, so the question is, Why is sodium nitrate added to all of these processed meats?.
Drug treatment is recommended on a long-term basis for: 1  frequent attacks of gout and signs of tophi under the skin (tophi are small white lumps that can form under the skin). 2  evidence of joint damage â either in terms of associated symptoms or damage detected by X-ray. 3  a history of kidney stones.
Gout is a lifelong disease â but with the right treatment plan, gout and its symptoms can be better managed, or even completely controlled. Once you are diagnosed with gout, medications can help you manage pain and lower your uric acid for the long term.out is a lifelong disease â but with the right treatment plan, gout and its symptoms can be better managed, or even completely controlled. Once you are diagnosed with gout, medications can help you manage pain and lower your uric acid for the long term.