Is gout a kidney problem?
My mother's doctor said her gout might be related to her kidney health. I don't really understand, is gout considered a kidney problem directly? Should we be more concerned about her kidneys now?
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6 months ago
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No, gout is a painful joint issue caused by uric acid crystals. However, because the kidneys are what filter this acid out, we always monitor kidney health closely. My son had high uric acid and we made sure he drank lots of water daily.
9 months ago
No, gout is joint inflammation, but poorly functioning kidneys can sometimes be the root cause of high uric acid levels.
9 months ago
Gout is actually a joint disease, not directly a kidney problem, though the two can be related. Please don't worry, a quick consultation with a doctor will make things very clear.
9 months ago
Haan na, gout toh actually joints ka pain hota hai, but kidneys use clear karti hain uric acid ko. So both are connected, par ghabrane ki baat nahi hai.
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7 months ago
Gout is a joint issue, but flushing out uric acid is essential. Drinking warm water with lemon juice helps naturally, but if you have severe side pain or fever, please consult a doctor to check your kidney function.
7 months ago
I panicked so bad thinking my kidneys were failing when I got diagnosed with gout! But my doctor reassured me it is just a form of joint arthritis. Once we managed my diet, the pain vanished completely.
4 months ago
Gout itself is inflammatory arthritis, but it can be triggered if the kidneys are not excreting uric acid efficiently. It is highly recommended to get a kidney function test (KFT) to rule out any underlying issues.