Gout Video Lesson

What is the underlying cause of gout?

• Low levels of vitamin D
• Infection in the joints
• Excessive consumption of carbohydrates
• The accumulation of uric acid in the blood.

True or False: Repeated gouty attacks can lead to arthritis?

• True
• False

Where do uric acids originate?

• Uric acids are produced in the liver from cholesterol.
• Uric acids originate from the breakdown of purines.
• Uric acids are formed during the metabolism of fats.
• Uric acids come from the digestion of carbohydrates.

True or False: Consuming beverages with high quantities of high-fructose corn syrup can result in higher amounts of uric acid buildup in the blood.

• False
• True

Which of the following are common causes of uric acid build up and thereby gout? (Check All That Apply)

• High purine diet (shellfish, red meat, anchovies, organ meat, etc.)

• Obesity

• Kidney dysfunction

• Excessive alcohol or soda consumption

Where is the most common site of gout in the body?

• Wrist
• Knee
• Big toe
• Ankle

True or False: Gouty attacks can occur in the elbows, wrists, knees and ankle joints.

• True
• False

What ultimately causes the pain and inflammation at the site of a gouty attack?

• The pain is caused by a bacterial infection as a result of the uric acid build up.

• White blood cells responding to the uric acid build up in the joint.

• Allergic reaction to the uric acid build up.

• There is no sensation of pain or swelling during a gouty attack.

A gouty attack in the big toe is known as

Which of the following are common treatments for gout? (Check All That Apply)

• NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)

• colchicine and corticosteroids

• Dietary changes (avoiding sodas, alcohol, red meat and seafood)

• Remaining sedentary