The longer the person has gout, the more frequent the attacks may become. Gout attacks may be preceded by minor trauma to feet, alcohol use, fatigue, anxiety, infections, mercurial diuretics, insulin, penicillin or aspirin. Acetaminephen or aspirin is usually not strong enough. The severe pain level usually makes immediate treatment necessary. Bedrest for 24 hours after an acute attack.
Increase fluids to help urate excretion.
Elevate the affected area of the body and keep covers off it. Apply cool compresses to the area, though the pain may make it difficult. There are many causes for red stool, or what looks like blood, in the bowel movement. Food, bleeding, medicine, hepatitis, diverticulosis, Crohn's disease, cancer, polyps, ulcerative colitis, and malabsorption are but a few. For bleeding, seek medical attention for evaluation.