HIGH URIC ACID & DISEASES CAUSED BY URIC ACID

URIC ACID:

Uric Acid is a waste product of metabolism of Purines in the blood. Uric Acid is cleared from blood by kidney & discharged in Urine. Urine yellow colour is because of uric acid. Some of it is also released in Stool.

NORMAL VALUE OF URIC ACID IN BLOOD:

          In Males normal value of Uric acid in blood is 3.5 - 6.8 mg/dL, or 208 - 428 µmol/L.

          In Females normal value of Uric acid in blood is 2.6 - 6.0 mg/dL, or 155 - 357 µmol/L

HYPERURICEMIA:

High uric acid in the Blood and ultimately in the body is called Hyperuricemia. Hyperuricemia occurs when the production of uric acid is more than the body can excrete. It has a lot of adverse effects on the body. Here are the list of effect hyperuricemia has on different parts of body.

·       GOUT:

          High levels of uric acid can lead to the formation of urate crystals in the joints, which can cause inflammation and pain. This can lead to a condition called gout, which is characterized by sudden and severe attacks of joint pain, usually starts in the Big Toe, but can also affect other joints such as the ankle, knee, and wrist. The affected Joint is Swollen, Red, Painful and Stiff. It is also associated with Joint Soreness, Hot Joint, and Shiny Skin over the joint.

GOUT

·       KIDNEYS:

          When uric acid levels in the body are too high, the kidneys may not be able to excrete all of it. This can lead to the formation of Kidney Stones, which can cause severe pain and other symptoms. Uric acid Crystal is one of the major types of stone present in kidney. Over time, high levels of uric acid can also lead to chronic kidney disease and kidney damage. Kidney stones also cause Severe Pain, Nausea, Vomiting. Frequent Urination and Blood in Urine.

·       CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM:

          Some research has suggested that high uric acid levels may be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. This may be due to the fact that uric acid can contribute to inflammation in the body and damage to blood vessels. High uric acid levels have been associated with an increased risk of Heart Attack, Stroke, and High Blood Pressure.

·       METABOLIC DISEASES:

High uric acid levels have been linked to metabolic syndrome, a group of conditions that increase the risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes (Type 2). This may be because uric acid can contribute to insulin resistance, a condition in which the body is less able to respond to insulin and regulate blood sugar levels.

·       BRAIN:

          Some studies have suggested that high uric acid levels may be associated with an increased risk of Cognitive Decline and Dementia in older adults. Uric acid may contribute to oxidative stress and inflammation in the brain, which can lead to damage and cognitive impairment.

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·       OTHER EFFECTS:

          If high level of uric acid is left untreated for long time it can cause Bone Damage, Body Tissue Damage and Permanent Joint disability. it can also cause Backbone Problems.

Also Read: FOOD THAT INCREASE BLOOD URIC ACID.