Gout and kidneys are closely linked — each affects the other. Understanding this relationship is essential for proper treatment.
Gout's Effect on Kidneys:
- Uric acid stones: 10-25% of gout patients develop kidney stones — painful and may block the ureter.
- Urate nephropathy: Crystal deposition in kidney tissue — causes gradual damage.
Kidney Disease's Effect on Gout:
- Diseased kidneys can't excrete uric acid efficiently — so it rises and deposits.
- Advanced kidney failure stages: gout becomes more common and severe.
Prevention:
- Drink 2-3 liters of water daily — prevents stone formation.
- Control uric acid levels with medications and diet.
- Regular kidney function testing for gout patients.
- Avoid prolonged NSAIDs — they harm kidneys.
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we monitor kidney function for every gout patient and choose kidney-safe medications.