Reasons for gout - Young patients with gout getting younger

Reasons for gout - Young patients with gout getting younger

Gout was once considered a disease that primarily affected middle-aged and older adults, but

Recently, there has been an increase in gout patients among the young population.

 

The main reason for gout is the excessive accumulation of uric acid in the body, which causes inflammation in the joints.

Uric acid is produced as a result of the breakdown of a substance called purine.

It is usually excreted through the kidneys.

However, if uric acid is produced excessively or not excreted smoothly

Uric acid accumulates in the body and causes gout.

 

The reason for the increase in gout among young people

Modern people's eating habits and lifestyle habits are having a significant impact.

Excessive intake of high-calorie, high-protein foods, frequent drinking,

The main cause is the consumption of foods high in purine content, such as beer.

Additionally, lack of exercise and stress,

Irregular sleep patterns also affect uric acid levels.

Obesity is also one of the factors that increase the risk of gout.

 

When gout occurs in young people, it can develop into a chronic disease.

Since the likelihood is high, initial management and treatment are important.

 

A balanced diet, regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and reducing alcohol consumption, etc.

Improving lifestyle habits helps prevent and manage gout.