Experts have noticed a sharp increase in cases of an unpleasant disease: If you do THIS, it can affect you too – Topky.sk

Gout was once known as the “disease of kings” – but hospitalizations for gout have skyrocketed in
due to overeating and less activity during lockdowns. The number of cases increased by 20 in three years
per cent, with 234,000 gout patients admitted to hospital in 2021/22, show
British NHS Digital statistics, which was pointed out by the British Daily Mail. In the same period, there was also a significant increase in obesity. Experts said that during lockdowns
many people spent time at home, where they may have eaten more snacks and junk food than usual.
Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that causes sudden and severe joint pain. It is one of the oldest
known diseases of mankind and goes back to the time of the Egyptians. Symptoms include sudden and severe joint pain, usually in the big toe, but also in other joints in the feet, hands, wrists, elbows or knees. Photo gallery (2) Source: Getty Images In some people, hot, swollen or red skin may also appear on the affected joint.
Gout is caused by excess uric acid in the body, which can lead to deposits
sodium urate crystals in and around the joints. This causes pain and discomfort. Gout can lead to excruciating pain, but it can usually be treated with medications such as ibuprofen or
steroids if pain and swelling do not improve. British National Health Service (NHS) patients
in the prevention of gout, he recommends maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, quitting smoking and eating healthy
diet.