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Arthritis
Frequently Asked Questions
20. What causes gout? - cont'd
Most people with gout have too much uric acid in their blood, a
condition called hyperuricemia. Uric acid is a substance that
results from the breakdown of purines, which are part of all human
tissue and are found in many foods. Hyperuricemia occurs when high
levels of uric acid build up in the bloodstream.
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