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Is gout contagious; can i give it to my husband?

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No: Gout is not contagious. It is not an infection. Gout is a disorder of the metabolism of certain proteins in the body.

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Dr. Robert Dudley answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: Gout is not contagious.

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No: Fortunately, gout is not contagious. The individual affected by gout simply has an excess of uric acid in her body and the excess buildup is often genetic. However, lifestyle and diet contribute to gout so people who live and eat together ...

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