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I have gout but I see that women don't have so much of gout

By Anonymous September 2, 2017 - 1:19pm
 
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Hello, Anon.

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Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that develops in some people who have high levels of uric acid in the blood. The acid can form needle-like crystals in a joint and cause sudden, severe episodes of pain, tenderness, redness, warmth, and swelling. Gout is more common in men than women until around age 60. Experts believe natural estrogen protects women up to that point.

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September 2, 2017 - 4:13pm
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