Write a few lines about Gout.
(N/A) Gout is a disorder of the skeletal system caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints.
It occurs due to abnormalities in the metabolism of purines,leading to high levels of uric acid in the blood (hyperuricemia).
These crystallized salts deposit in the joints,causing inflammation,severe pain,and swelling,a condition known as gouty arthritis.
It occurs due to abnormalities in the metabolism of purines,leading to high levels of uric acid in the blood (hyperuricemia).
These crystallized salts deposit in the joints,causing inflammation,severe pain,and swelling,a condition known as gouty arthritis.
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