High levels of uric acid in the blood (Hyperuricemia) an abnormality that is often found. The medical profession will determine when The uric acid in the blood is above the limit. The solubility of uric acid (Monosodium urate) is 6.8 mg/dL at a temperature of 37 degrees Celsius, considered to have high uric acid.
Blood uric acid levels above 7 mg/dL increase the risk of developing urate arthritis or gout. and risk of kidney stones
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However, whether it is weight, age, gender, blood pressure and alcohol consumption. These are all factors that can cause high uric acid in the blood.
High uric acid risks gout?
If the level of uric acid is high for a long time It can affect the occurrence of gout. It was found that people with blood uric acid levels of more than 9 mg/dL for 5 years had a 22% chance of having gout, while those with uric acid levels of 7 – 8.9 mg/dL. . For 5 years, only 3% were found.
For patients diagnosed with high uric acid But there are still no symptoms of gout. The doctor will recommend guidelines for self-care. But for those who are at very high risk or already have gout. The doctor will consider treating with medication. Because if not treated and the accumulation of uric acid is much higher It may occur as a tophi or bump under the skin in joints such as the fingers, feet, elbows, or Achilles tendons. Although this lump does not cause pain, But if the symptoms of the disease recur when? It can cause infection and severe joint pain. Until causing the joint to become distorted and deformed and not disappear There is also a chance of kidney stones arising from the buildup of urate crystals in the urinary tract. This can cause abnormal kidney function or kidney failure.
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I don’t want to have gout. What should I do?
- Reduce drinking alcohol, soft drinks, and drinks containing fructose.
- Reduce the intake of foods high in purines such as poultry, especially around the joints. Animal organs, various vegetable shoots, animals or plants that are in the process of growing.
- Eat foods that contain enough vitamin C.
- Drink lots of water to help flush out uric acid through your urine. And does not cause sedimentation in the urinary system that may lead to kidney stones.
- Try to maintain a healthy weight. Exercise regularly
- If you must take certain types of medicine regularly, you should consult a doctor, such as diuretics, certain chemotherapy drugs, aspirin, and certain blood pressure lowering drugs.
- Treat underlying diseases such as high blood pressure, blood lipids, kidney disease, and diabetes to a controllable level.
However, high levels of uric acid in the blood Often detected in health examinations. Therefore, this point should not be neglected. Because gout and other chronic diseases are like other diseases. Early detection of risks will help ensure good protection. Or if the disease is found early, it can reduce its spread.
Thank you for information from: Samitivej Hospital and Paolo Hospital
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