What are the symptoms of high uric acid and what should be paid attention to

Early high uric acid levels may have no obvious symptoms, but as the condition progresses, symptoms such as joint redness, swelling, heat pain, gouty tophi formation, and renal dysfunction may occur. The main precautions for high uric acid include controlling a high purine diet, limiting alcohol intake, maintaining regular exercise, monitoring uric acid levels, and seeking medical intervention in a timely manner.

1. Control high purine diet:

Animal organs, concentrated meat soup, seafood and other high purine foods can significantly increase blood uric acid levels. It is recommended to choose low-fat dairy products, eggs, fresh vegetables and other low purine foods, with a daily purine intake controlled below 200 milligrams. Strict restriction of purine intake is necessary during acute attacks.

2. Limit alcohol intake:

Alcohol metabolism can inhibit uric acid excretion, and beer is particularly rich in guanosine. Men's daily alcohol intake should not exceed 25 grams, and women's should not exceed 15 grams. During the acute phase of gout, complete abstinence from alcohol is recommended, while during the chronic phase, alcohol consumption should not exceed 2 times a week.

3. Maintain regular exercise:

Moderate aerobic exercise can promote metabolism, but vigorous exercise should be avoided to induce joint damage. It is recommended to choose low impact sports such as swimming and cycling, exercise 3-5 times a week for 30-60 minutes each time, and replenish water in a timely manner after exercise.

4. Monitoring uric acid levels:

asymptomatic hyperuricemia patients should have their blood uric acid rechecked every 3-6 months, and gout patients should be monitored monthly. If the male blood uric acid exceeds 420 μ mol/L and the female blood uric acid exceeds 360 μ mol/L, vigilance is required, and the control goal of those with diabetes or kidney disease should be lower.

5. Timely medical intervention:

When sudden joint pain, nocturia, joint deformities, and other symptoms occur, it suggests the possibility of acute gout attacks. Medications such as colchicine and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor, and individuals with persistent high uric acid levels may require uric acid lowering treatment.

The recommended daily water intake is 2000-3000 milliliters to promote uric acid excretion, and moderate consumption of soda water can be used to alkalize urine. Obese individuals need to lose weight through dietary control and exercise, but should avoid rapid weight loss that can trigger gout attacks. When combined with metabolic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, it is necessary to simultaneously control basic diseases and avoid using thiazide diuretics and other drugs that may increase uric acid. Long term poor uric acid control may cause permanent joint damage and chronic kidney disease. It is recommended to undergo regular urine routine and renal function tests.