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Gout

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness in joints. It is caused by elevated levels of uric acid in the blood.

8.3 million Americans
Severity: Moderate
Chronic Condition
Not Contagious
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What is it?
Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness in joints. It is caused by
Who it affects
Men 30+, women post-menopause

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Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int
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