Here’s some interesting information (including some accepted facts) about gout.

• About 1 in 4 people with gout disease have a family history of it.
• It’s estimated over 85% of gout sufferers are male.
• Excessive alcohol consumption is significant risk factor.
• Gout attacks can occur suddenly without any warning signs.
• Around 30 – 55% of gout sufferers have elevated blood pressure.
• A common diagnosis for gout is urine-testing for uric acid crystals.
• Fever-like symptoms are common during gout attacks.
• Obesity is a risk factor for gout development.
• Learning to control pain via hypnotherapy may be effective for gout.
• Consuming dairy products may help lower the risk of developing gout.