Not necessarily, however if it comes up positive for high uric acid you wil need to take measures to protect the kidneys and joints from damage.
Neither. there are some that claim citric acid dissolves uric acid crystals in the blood stream but there is no reliable evidence reinforcing this claim,
There is no specific age for gout. Usually its mid 30's to 40's, but anyone can get if they eat foods that raise uric acid levels. I'm 24 and I had a gout attack. It can also hapen as a result of kidney problems. Normally, uric acid dissolves in your blood and passes through your kidneys into your urine. But sometimes your body either produces too much uric acid or your kidneys excrete too little uric acid. If your body is working correctly then eating foods high in purines will not lead to gout.
Yes, Gout is a form of arthritis. Arthritis is the term used problems that end up causing problems and pain in the joints of the body. and is treated by a rheumatologist
Gout is not contagious. gout is caused by increased uric acid in the blood stream.http://uimc.discoveryhospital.com/main.php?id=663
It seems that gout does not necessarily lead to hypertension( high blood pressure) but lifestyle choices that increase the chances of having gout also increase the chance of hypertension.
They can be. the uric acid crystals that are formed in the blood that cause gout can setle in the kidney and interfere with its opperation, gout can also be responsible for forming stones.
Too much protein in the diet results in too much uric acid in the blood, which can result in kidney stones (it can also cause gout, although gout is not a problem of the urinary system). There are also other types of dietary problems which can result in kidney stones for some people.
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Serious health problems can take place to person suffering from PV. One of the most serious problems could be the clotting of blood. In PV the blood becomes thicker and the flow of your blood becomes slower, this may cause your blood to form clots and you can suffer from stroke or heart attack.Another complication of PV is the enlargement of Liver or Spleen. Because of the blood clot the Liver & Spleen become enlarge and very painful. Sometime it's so severely painful that one has to get operated and remove the organ.The high levels of red blood cells that cause PV can lead to stomach ulcers, gout, or kidney stones.Following are the Possible complications of Polycythemia Vera.Blood Clots, Enlarged Spleen, Skin Problems, Other Blood Disorder
Gout can potentially reduce life expectancy due to its association with other health conditions like heart disease and kidney problems. Managing gout through lifestyle changes and medication can help improve life expectancy.
Yes Gout is cause by a high concentration of uric acid in the blood stream at a certain point this starts to turn into fine sharp crystals that invade the synovial joints, particularly in extremity's where the temperature of the body is lower. these crystals can also build up in other parts of the body leading to deformity and kidney problems for example.
Kublai Khan died of gout, a sickness contracted from eating too many organ meats (ie liver kidney etc...) He died in 1294.
A uric acid test is used to measure the levels of uric acid in the blood. It is commonly used to diagnose conditions such as gout, kidney stones, and certain types of kidney disease. Monitoring uric acid levels can also help in managing these conditions and assessing the effectiveness of treatment.
Not to be used by those with kidney problems, children, pregnant or lactating women. Large doses can be toxic. People with arthritis, rheumatism, endometriosis, gout or kidney stones should use caution.
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No, as a mater of fact it will decrease the pain, however you have to be careful with the stuff as it does tend to be habit forming and can give you kidney problems over time.