New research indicates that a drug commonly prescribed for gout may also lower the risk of heart attack and stroke when taken ...

Uric acid levels are typically 2.5–7.0 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) in males and 1.5–6.0 mg/dL in females. Low levels are rare, but high levels can lead to gout, kidney disease, and other health ...

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects more than 8 million people in the United States. If gout is left untreated, uric acid crystals may start to build up in other areas, such as your ...