Hi there, i had my first attack of it after a 5 day bender and it was horrible. This was about 7 months ago. I stopped drinking for a few days, drunk loads of water as i had only beer in me for the five days ,so was dehydrated alot. I also ate some grapes that i read would help and the swelling went down after about 5 days. Luckily i didnt get it again. Mainly as im 63 days without alcohol at the moment. A Good diet and no alcohol is the best way to keep it away/improve it. GOOD LUCK