Gout Risk (Uric Acid)
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Gout Risk (Uric Acid)

Uric acid is a natural waste product that forms when the body breaks down purines - substances found in certain foods and drinks. When uric acid levels become too high, sharp crystals can build up in the joints, leading to gout - a painful and often sudden form of arthritis. If you’ve experienced swelling, redness, or intense pain in the big toe, feet, or joints, it may be more than just general inflammation.

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  • Uric Acid - Uric acid is a natural waste product formed when your body breaks down substances called purines, found in certain foods and drinks. Normally, it's filtered out through the kidneys and passed in urine. But when levels become too high, uric acid can form sharp crystals in the joints, leading to painful flare-ups of gout. Measuring uric acid helps assess your risk of gout and can also give insight into kidney and metabolic health.

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