Uric Acid Treatment in Dubai

Uric Acid Treatment in Dubai – Causes, Symptoms & Management at Fakeeh University Hospital

Uric acid is a waste product generated during the breakdown of purines, found in various foods and drinks. It typically exits the body through urine. When levels become too high, it results in hyperuricemia, which may lead to gout and kidney stones.

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What Causes High Uric Acid Levels?

• Diuretics (water pills used for blood pressure)
• Excessive alcohol intake
• High-purine diet (meat, seafood, beans, mushrooms)
• Kidney inefficiency
• Hypothyroidism
• Obesity
• Immunosuppressant drugs
• Certain cancers or chemotherapy

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When Should You See a Doctor for High Uric Acid?

See a specialist at Fakeeh University Hospital if you experience:

• Gout attacks
• Kidney stone symptoms
• Joint pain or inflammation
• Painful or difficult urination

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Who Is at Risk of Developing High Uric Acid?

• Obesity
• Frequent intake of purine-rich foods
• Sugary foods or drinks (especially fructose syrup)
• Kidney damage or chronic disease
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Lack of physical activity

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What Health Complications Can High Uric Acid Cause?

Can High Uric Acid Lead to Gout?

Yes. Gout is a type of arthritis caused by uric acid crystals settling in the joints.

Symptoms:

• Intense joint pain and swelling
• Redness or warmth around the joint
• Difficulty moving the affected joint

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Can It Lead to Kidney Stones?
Yes. Uric acid crystals can form stones in the kidneys.

Symptoms:

• Severe pain in the abdomen, back, or groin
• Blood in urine
• Frequent and painful urination
• Foul-smelling urine

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How Is High Uric Acid Treated?

• Diet Control: Limit purine intake from foods like red meat, seafood, beans, and mushrooms.
• Weight Loss: Helps ease joint pressure and reduces uric acid production.
• Medications: NSAIDs for gout-related pain, Muscle relaxants to ease passage of kidney stones
• Surgical or Advanced Interventions: Surgical removal of large tophi
• Lithotripsy (breaking down large stones using sound waves)
• Ureteroscopy or surgery for stones larger than 10 mm

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What Is the Best Diet to Lower Uric Acid?

• Foods to Avoid:
  • Mutton, turkey, veal
  • Shellfish, scallops, tuna
  • Cauliflower, peas, mushrooms
  • Processed foods with added sugar
  • Alcohol
• Foods to Include
  • Water (at least 2–3 liters per day)
  • Soluble fiber: oats, vegetables, fruits, nuts
  • Whole grains
  • Low-fat dairy products

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How Can You Prevent High Uric Acid?

• Maintain a low-purine diet
• Drink plenty of water
• Exercise regularly
• Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks
• Schedule regular kidney and uric acid check-ups.

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Where to Get Uric Acid and Gout Treatment in Dubai?

At Fakeeh University Hospital, we offer advanced diagnostics, specialist consultations, and custom treatment plans for uric acid–related conditions such as gout, kidney stones, and joint pain.