the most common cause for a geyser to erupt is due to a tempreature and pressure problem. many plumbers who dont know how to install geyers properly, plug off the TP safety valve outlet (Temp and Pressure), what happens, the thermostat in the geyser fails and cannot control the tempreature inside the geyser, causing the geyser to over boil, which then creates extra pressure (because of the steam) within the geyser, so when that safety outlet is plugged off the geyser takes an enormous amount ...
What ARE Gouty Tophi? May 19, 2012 | Gout Symptoms. To correctly explain tophi, it is important to clarify that âtophiâ is plural; âtophusâ is singular. Tophi are deposits of urate crystals underneath the skin that grow due to excessive levels of uric acid in the bloodstream. Typically, a tophus with grow larger and larger without intervention and will be accompanied by frequent and severe symptoms of gout.
In general, gout tophi will begin to make itself noticeable in the big toe, elbows, fingers and, although very rare the heart and kidneys. These lumps can be either benign or not. However, if the tophi is not a benign one, you are running the risk of it bursting and possibly becoming septic to your body.Unfortunately, about 25% of overall gout sufferers also fall victim to tophi as well.owever, for those that are unaware of what gout tophi is, this article should help you to better understand it, the treatment for it and how to protect yourself and your loved ones should they begin to notice they have symptoms. Gout tophi are lumps that are often noticed on the joint that is attacked by the gout.