{"id":80317,"date":"2022-04-22T11:53:23","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T11:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T11:53:23","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T11:53:23","slug":"how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you treat gout in chameleons?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_do_you_treat_gout_in_chameleons\" title=\"How do you treat gout in chameleons?\">How do you treat gout in chameleons?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_do_chameleons_get_gout\" title=\"How do chameleons get gout?\">How do chameleons get gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Why_is_my_chameleons_foot_swollen\" title=\"Why is my chameleons foot swollen?\">Why is my chameleons foot swollen?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_do_you_prevent_gout_in_reptiles\" title=\"How do you prevent gout in reptiles?\">How do you prevent gout in reptiles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_can_I_help_my_chameleon_with_gout\" title=\"How can I help my chameleon with gout?\">How can I help my chameleon with gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#What_causes_gout_in_chameleons\" title=\"What causes gout in chameleons?\">What causes gout in chameleons?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_is_gout_treated\" title=\"How is gout treated?\">How is gout treated?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#What_causes_gout_in_a_chameleon\" title=\"What causes gout in a chameleon?\">What causes gout in a chameleon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Why_does_gout_develop_in_reptiles\" title=\"Why does gout develop in reptiles?\">Why does gout develop in reptiles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Why_is_my_chameleon_limping\" title=\"Why is my chameleon limping?\">Why is my chameleon limping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Do_chameleons_feet_hurt\" title=\"Do chameleons feet hurt?\">Do chameleons feet hurt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Why_do_chameleons_have_weird_feet\" title=\"Why do chameleons have weird feet?\">Why do chameleons have weird feet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Do_chameleons_have_feet_or_paws\" title=\"Do chameleons have feet or paws?\">Do chameleons have feet or paws?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Can_gout_be_cured_in_reptiles\" title=\"Can gout be cured in reptiles?\">Can gout be cured in reptiles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_do_you_treat_gout_in_reptiles\" title=\"How do you treat gout in reptiles?\">How do you treat gout in reptiles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#What_is_the_best_way_to_prevent_gout\" title=\"What is the best way to prevent gout?\">What is the best way to prevent gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Why_do_reptiles_eliminate_uric_acid\" title=\"Why do reptiles eliminate uric acid?\">Why do reptiles eliminate uric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Why_do_chameleons_get_gout\" title=\"Why do chameleons get gout?\">Why do chameleons get gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_does_a_chameleon_get_gout\" title=\"How does a chameleon get gout?\">How does a chameleon get gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#What_is_the_fastest_way_to_get_rid_of_gout\" title=\"What is the fastest way to get rid of gout?\">What is the fastest way to get rid of gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Can_gout_be_cured\" title=\"Can gout be cured?\">Can gout be cured?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#What_is_the_main_cause_of_gout\" title=\"What is the main cause of gout?\">What is the main cause of gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Will_untreated_gout_go_away\" title=\"Will untreated gout go away?\">Will untreated gout go away?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#How_do_reptiles_get_gout\" title=\"How do reptiles get gout?\">How do reptiles get gout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-gout-in-chameleons\/#Why_do_reptiles_have_uric_acid\" title=\"Why do reptiles have uric acid?\">Why do reptiles have uric acid?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_gout_in_chameleons\"><\/span>How do you treat gout in chameleons?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Hear this out loud<\/p>\n<p>Pause<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_chameleons_get_gout\"><\/span>How do chameleons get gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Hear this out loud<\/p>\n<p>Pause<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_chameleons_foot_swollen\"><\/span>Why is my chameleons foot swollen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Hear this out loud<\/p>\n<p>Pause<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_prevent_gout_in_reptiles\"><\/span>How do you prevent gout in reptiles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<p>Hear this out loud<\/p>\n<p>Pause<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_chameleon_with_gout\"><\/span>How can I help my chameleon with gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the reptile is suffering from arthritis due to articular gout, <b>surgery is sometimes needed to remove the crystals from the joints in order to reduce pain and increase mobility. Medications designed to treat gout are available; some of these might include allopurinol, colchicine, probenecid, or sulfinpyrazone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_gout_in_chameleons\"><\/span>What causes gout in chameleons?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gout: Chameleons do not drink water from a dish like most pets, so they are prone to dehydration and kidney issues in captivity. <b>Chronic kidney issues can lead to the formation of uric acid crystals that form in the tissues.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_gout_treated\"><\/span>How is gout treated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why is my chameleon&#8217;s feet swollen? Chameleons can develop several problems with their feet. A common reason for swollen feet is <b>gout where the swelling occurs around the ankle. Gout is the build up of uric acid in the joints and is caused by too much protein in the diet or kidney failure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_gout_in_a_chameleon\"><\/span>What causes gout in a chameleon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Causes of Gout in Lizards <b>Dehydration &#8211; Lack of proper hydration allows the uric acid to stick together, triggering crystal formation. Dietary factors &#8211; Low-quality reptile food or high protein food may contribute to the formation of uric acid crystals.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_gout_develop_in_reptiles\"><\/span>Why does gout develop in reptiles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gout is a disease in which the metabolism of uric acid is defective. Uric acid is a breakdown product of nitrogen, formed when protein is metabolized in the body. <b>Reptiles excrete nitrogen waste as uric acid, which is removed from the circulating blood by the kidneys<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_chameleon_limping\"><\/span>Why is my chameleon limping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Limping or fractures of the bones can be facilitated by <b>low calcium levels or gout. If your chameleon is having trouble walking due to an injured leg or if the limping does not resolve on its own over a few days a reptile vet should be consulted.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_chameleons_feet_hurt\"><\/span>Do chameleons feet hurt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The inflammations of the hands and feet are very painful but are only shown by chameleons in an advanced state. Affected animals, similar to gout, sometimes relieve the limbs by letting their arms and legs dangle from their branches and lying on their bellies on branches.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_chameleons_have_weird_feet\"><\/span>Why do chameleons have weird feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Embryos were found to have extra wrist and ankle bones, so that do eventually fuse, leading to more flexible ball-and-socket joints for the feet. A series of small bones allows for better flexibility and grip compared to fewer, larger bones, so the reptiles might not be in a hurry to simplify their toes too much.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_chameleons_have_feet_or_paws\"><\/span>Do chameleons have feet or paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Divided Digits: <b>Chameleons have feet that are split into two main fingers, with a soft pad in between. These fingers are equipped with sharp claws to gain traction on surfaces such as bark when climbing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_gout_be_cured_in_reptiles\"><\/span>Can gout be cured in reptiles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Surgery is occasionally used to clean out the joints; in severe cases, the damage to the joints is enormous and irreversible. Surgery is occasionally used to &#8216;clean out&#8217; the joints. Medications used to treat gout in humans have been used in reptiles with gout, but <b>success is variable and treatment may be lifelong<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_gout_in_reptiles\"><\/span>How do you treat gout in reptiles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the reptile is suffering from arthritis due to articular gout, <b>surgery is sometimes needed to remove the crystals from the joints in order to reduce pain and increase mobility. Medications designed to treat gout are available; some of these might include allopurinol, colchicine, probenecid, or sulfinpyrazone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_way_to_prevent_gout\"><\/span>What is the best way to prevent gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Strategies for Preventing a Gout Attack<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Avoid or limit alcohol.  <\/li>\n<li>Drink plenty of water.  <\/li>\n<li>Lose excess weight or maintain a healthy weight.  <\/li>\n<li>Treat sleep apnea.  <\/li>\n<li>Avoid foods that can trigger a gout flare-up.  <\/li>\n<li>Avoid medications that trigger gout.  <\/li>\n<li>Take prescription gout medication.  <\/li>\n<li>Foods that may trigger a gout attack.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_reptiles_eliminate_uric_acid\"><\/span>Why do reptiles eliminate uric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conversion of ammonia into uric acid is more energy intensive than the conversion of ammonia into urea. Producing uric acid instead of urea is advantageous because <b>it is less toxic and reduces water loss and the subsequent need for water<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_chameleons_get_gout\"><\/span>Why do chameleons get gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the reptile is suffering from arthritis due to articular gout, <b>surgery is sometimes needed to remove the crystals from the joints in order to reduce pain and increase mobility. Medications designed to treat gout are available; some of these might include allopurinol, colchicine, probenecid, or sulfinpyrazone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_chameleon_get_gout\"><\/span>How does a chameleon get gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the reptile is suffering from arthritis due to articular gout, <b>surgery is sometimes needed to remove the crystals from the joints in order to reduce pain and increase mobility. Medications designed to treat gout are available; some of these might include allopurinol, colchicine, probenecid, or sulfinpyrazone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_fastest_way_to_get_rid_of_gout\"><\/span>What is the fastest way to get rid of gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Get Fast Relief From Gout Attacks<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Over-the-counter pain relievers.  <\/li>\n<li>Apply ice to the affected joints.  <\/li>\n<li>Drink plenty of water.  <\/li>\n<li>Prescription Treatments.  <\/li>\n<li>Medications for gout.  <\/li>\n<li>Diet changes.  <\/li>\n<li>Lifestyle changes.<\/li>\n<p>04-Jan-2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_gout_be_cured\"><\/span>Can gout be cured?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fortunately, today gout is one of the most treatable forms of arthritis  <b>some rheumatologists say it can be cured. But for too many patients with gout, the disease goes untreated or undertreated.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_main_cause_of_gout\"><\/span>What is the main cause of gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gout is caused by <b>a build-up of a substance called uric acid in the blood. If you produce too much uric acid or your kidneys don&#8217;t filter enough out, it can build up and cause tiny sharp crystals to form in and around joints. These crystals can cause the joint to become inflamed (red and swollen) and painful.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_untreated_gout_go_away\"><\/span>Will untreated gout go away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most gout attacks will go away by themselves in several weeks, even without treatment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_reptiles_get_gout\"><\/span>How do reptiles get gout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gout: Chameleons do not drink water from a dish like most pets, so they are prone to dehydration and kidney issues in captivity. <b>Chronic kidney issues can lead to the formation of uric acid crystals that form in the tissues<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_reptiles_have_uric_acid\"><\/span>Why do reptiles have uric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Reptile and bird embryos must store their nitrogenous wastes inside the egg, and <b>to keep from poisoning themselves, they manufacture uric acid.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do you treat gout in chameleons?How do chameleons get gout?Why is my chameleons foot swollen?How do you prevent gout in reptiles?How can I help my chameleon with gout?What causes gout in chameleons?How is gout treated?What causes gout in a chameleon?Why does gout develop in reptiles?Why is my chameleon limping?Do chameleons feet&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-80317","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80317"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=80317"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80317\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=80317"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=80317"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=80317"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}