Gout

Medical conditions


Gout frequently occurs in combination with other medical problems. Metabolic syndrome, a combination of abdominal obesity, hypertension, insulin resistance and abnormal lipid levels occurs in nearly 75% of cases.[3] Other conditions which are commonly complicated by gout include: polycythaemia, obesity, diabetes, Lesch-Nyhan syndrome, hypertension, renal failure, hemolytic anemia and solid organ transplants.[12] A body mass index greater than or equal to 35 increases a male's risk of gout three-fold.[8] Chronic lead exposure and lead contaminated alcohol are risk factors for gout due to the harmful effect of lead on kidney function.[13]

[edit] Medication

Diuretics have been associated with attacks of gout however a low dose of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) does not seem to increase the risk.[14] Other medicines that have been associated include niacin and aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid).[4] Cyclosporine is also associated with gout, particularly when used in combination with hydrochlorothiazide.[15]

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