Research has shown that gout mainly affects men, although high uric acid levels have been known to affect women – especially post-menopausal!

Why post-menopausal? The answer is simply unknown! But, it’s suspected to be related to hormonal changes that leads to increased uric acid in women’s bodies. Although overall, according to stats, it’s still uncommon.

There's a lot of information here for the gout sufferers, well done. I take colchicine during gout flare ups, but other times it don't work. I think you have to experiment. Sometimes I feel jaded; it’s unbelievable. Drug advice from the experts worked for my symptoms, greatly! Early diagnosis also has helped me control and even totally alleviate most of my gout symptoms but it seems gout runs in our family in women. Yours and a few other sites are very interesting! You really helped me understand my gout more. Cheers. M Parker