How Common Is Gout?
Gout
is more common in men than in
women. It is most common in men over age 30. In
women, it is rare for gout to occur until after menopause.1
Gout often runs in families. It is especially
common in people from the Pacific islands.1
Children are rarely diagnosed with gout. If a child does develop gout,
the doctor will check to see whether the child has a problem present since
birth (congenital) that is affecting
metabolism.
Citations
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Hellman DB, Imboden JB Jr (2010). Crystal deposition
arthritis section of Arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders. In SJ McFee, MA Papadakis, eds., Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment,
49th ed., pp. 729–736. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical.
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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Nancy Ann Shadick, MD, MPH - Internal Medicine, Rheumatology |
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Last Revised
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June 12, 2012 |
Last Revised:
June 12, 2012
Hellman DB, Imboden JB Jr (2010). Crystal deposition
arthritis section of Arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders. In SJ McFee, MA Papadakis, eds., Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment,
49th ed., pp. 729–736. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical.
