GOUT

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GOUT

• James and Regina

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Phenotype does not apply.

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Causes of Gout

• Genetics
• Up to 18 percent of people with gout have a
  family history of the disease.
• Gender and age are related
• More common in men and in adults .
• Risk factors
• Overweight.
• Drinking too much alcohol
• Eating too many foods rich in purines.
• Exposure to lead.

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PROGNOSIS

• Adequate treatment of acute attacks allows people
  to live a normal life.
• The acute form of the disease may progress to
  chronic disease.
• Since uric acid is normally eliminated by the
  kidneys, chronic gout may lead to formation of
  uric acid kidney stones.
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Treatment

• Successful treatment can reduce both the
  discomfort caused by the symptoms of gout and
  long-term damage of the affected joints.
  Treatment will help to prevent disability due to
  gout

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Compatibility with life

• With proper treatment, most people with gout are
  able to control their symptoms and live
  productive lives.
• Gout is the most painful rheumatic disease.

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Persons Affected

• The disorder does not affect a particular ethnic
  group but is seen more commonly in male patients
  and adults.
• Women after menopause.

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Statistics

• Affects 2.1million Americans or 840 out of
  100,000
• Men age 40-50 are most commonly affected.

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