Higher alcohol intake was associated with a greater risk of gout for both sexes, but the correlation was stronger in men than women, according to a recent study.

Seen in the ED Quiz: Severe Wrist and Knee Pain in an Older Man

By Brady Pregerson, MD

September 11th 2023

The man in his early 70s complains of leg pain lasting a month and of arm pain that came on about 1 week ago. Does the x-ray offer a clue to a diagnosis?

Gout Found More Prevalent among Black Adults in Nationally-representative Population

By Grace Halsey

August 19th 2022

Racial disparities in gout prevalence could be explained by diet, social determinants of health, kidney disease, and other factors that suggest interventions.

Excess Weight and Genetics May Put Women at Higher Risk of Gout

By Sydney Jennings

December 10th 2021

Excess adiposity and genetic predisposition both were found to be associated with a higher risk of gout, particularly among US women, in a new prospective study.

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