Gouty Arthritis Overview
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What is the main cause of gout (Gouty Arthritis)?

  • Delect in purine metabolism (correct)
  • Excess of sodium in the blood
  • Low levels of urates in the joints
  • Deficiency of uric acid in the body

    • How does gout affect the joints?

  • Causes an accumulation of vitamin C
  • Promotes the formation of joint lubrication fluid
  • Results in the build-up of uric acid crystals (correct)
  • Leads to a decrease in calcium levels

    • What do the excess urates associated with gout (Gouty Arthritis) cause in the kidneys?

  • Formation of excessive iron deposits
  • Facilitation of vitamin D production
  • Prevention of calcium absorption
  • Promotion of kidney stone formation (correct)

    • Which substance accumulates in the joins in gout, resulting in gouty arthritis?

    <p>Uric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does purine metabolism affect gout development?

    <p>Increases the level of uric acid leading to gout</p> Signup and view all the answers

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