When there is too much uric acid in the human body, it can begin to build up and, if left untreated, will likely develop into the excruciating condition known as Gout.
Purines also play a part in the development of Gout.
Purines are a natural material within the body which, when broken down, can create a great quantity of uric acid.
Many tissues within the human body contain Purines and it should be noted that commonly eaten foods such as peas, anchovies, green beans and liver include Purines as well.
In a healthy and normal functioning system, blood dissolves the uric acid which exists within our bodies.
Once dissolved, the acid then passes through the kidneys and is expelled during urination.
When uric acid buildup does occur, sharp and jagged crystals begin to form and are deposited into the joints.
This occurs when (a) uric acid production within the body increases naturally, (b) blood purification is not being performed properly by the kidneys and, consequently, uric acid is not being expelled through the urine and (c) when a Purine rich diet is being consumed by a person on a regular basis.
There are many factors which promote gout within a person's body.
Since kidney failure and death can result from a gout condition left untreated, it is imperative that people familiarize themselves with the factors which contribute to this debilitating disease.
Here, then, are 10 of the most well known factors which promote gout.
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If gout runs in the family, a person's risk of developing this disease increases.
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Women are NOT as high risk as men when it comes to developing gout.
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Consumption of large amounts of alcohol on a regular basis (alcoholism) can lead to gout.
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People who suffer from being regularly overweight, and especially cases of obesity, are very likely to suffer from gout.
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Consuming foods which contain high levels of Purines such as those mentioned above increase the chances of developing gout.
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A person who has had an organ transplanted into their body faces a higher risk of getting gout.
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Lead exposure increases the risk of gout.
Limiting exposure to chemicals with lead will aid in decreasing the chance of experiencing the pain of gout.
A simple online search will help determine which common chemicals contain lead.
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Enzymes break down Purines within the body.
If a person suffers from an enzyme defect, this can lead to gout.
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Intake of certain types of medications including aspirin, diuretics and cyclosporine increase the chances of gout.
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Intake of niacin also increases the chances of gout so check your daily vitamin intake! Many times, all it takes to prevent the onset of a painful disease like gout is a good, honest look at the habits we develop.
From there gout pain relief is only a few simple steps away.