Psychosomatic aspects of gout.
Hyperuricemia is the specific biochemical vulnerability of gout sufferers. However, hyperuricemia is much more frequent than gout. Gout also is more frequent in men; after menopause gout attacks become more frequent in women; psychosocial factors, like stressful life events, tension, and anxiety can trigger attacks of gout, which modern pharmacology can moderate and control.
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