Are You at Risk for Uric Acid Stones?
Published: Jan 01, 2024
Uric acid stones can be a painful and recurring issue. Discover the risk factors that might make you more prone to developing them.
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Understanding the Risk Factors
Uric acid stones are more common in people with certain health conditions like gout, chronic diarrhea, or diabetes. These conditions can lead to consistently acidic urine, which promotes stone formation. Knowing your risk factors can help you take steps to prevent stones.
How Gout Affects Stone Formation
Gout is a condition characterized by high levels of uric acid in the body. This can lead to acid urine, which in turn can cause uric acid stones. Surprisingly, stones can form even before gouty arthritis symptoms appear in some patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Conditions like gout, diabetes, and chronic diarrhea increase the risk.
Yes, gout can lead to uric acid stone formation.
Acidic urine promotes the formation of uric acid stones.
Key Takeaways
Understanding your personal risk factors can be the first step in preventing uric acid stones.
Discuss your risk factors with Doctronic to find ways to prevent uric acid stones.Related Articles
References
Kramer HM, Curhan G. The association between gout and nephrolithiasis: the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey III, 1988-1994. Am J Kidney Dis 2002; 40:37.
Kramer HJ, Choi HK, Atkinson K, et al. The association between gout and nephrolithiasis in men: The Health Professionals' Follow-Up Study. Kidney Int 2003; 64:1022.
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