Gout, Diet and Hyperuricemia.
Gout, Diet and Hyperuricemia. Gout “ Once called king of diseases and disease of kings ’ because of its association with rich foods and excessive alcohol. Gout has been recognized as a disease since ancient Egypt King Henry VIII suffered from severe gout attacks due to his extravagant lifestyle. It is a painful condition that affects millions of people. The type of arthritis that usually affects only one joint, typically the big toe (called first metatarsophalangeal joint). Attacks can occur suddenly, usually start at night and the joint will feel inflamed and sensitive. In fact, gout is so painful that the sufferer can hardly bear anything to touch. Cause of Gout Excess levels of uric acid in the body is generally the cause of gout, however it is the rapid changes in serum uric acid that precipitates an attack of gout which means a sudden rise or a sudden fall in uric acid level can precipitate attacks of gout in susceptible people. Uric acid is a ...