Jul 11, 2023, 06:14 PM IST

High uric acid level : What makes uric acid harmful to the body?

Khushi Patel

Gout is a painful form of arthritis that causes joint inflammation and excruciating pain that can be brought on by high uric acid levels

Uric acid crystals can build up in joints, causing swelling, pain, and eventual joint degeneration over time

Increased uric acid levels raise the possibility of kidney stones, which can be uncomfortable and cause other problems

 Overproduction of uric acid can help renal disease progress, gradually reducing kidney function

A higher risk of developing hypertension (high blood pressure) has been linked to high uric acid levels

An elevated risk of cardiovascular conditions like heart disease and stroke may be associated with elevated uric acid levels

In people with metabolic syndrome, a group of illnesses that raises the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke, uric acid levels are frequently increased

A precursor to type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, has been linked to higher uric acid levels