What You Should Know about Gout
Description
He has the gout" sounds like something you might hear in a movie about Henry VIII or some other character in history, but in fact gout is the most common inflammatory arthritis in men today. Throughout the centuries gout was associated with the high life eating rich food and drinking heavily, but that's not the case anymore. Gout is associated with some foods - notably shellfish and some beverages, specifically beer - but it's unfortunately no longer limited to the wealthy. This program highlights the symptoms, identifies what can cause gout attacks, and explains the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
Runtime
27 min
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Date of Publication
[2012], c2009
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