A member asked:

Im 17 and my uric acid is slight elevated. my uric acid is 7.7 (the max. uric acid level here is 7.2).what is wrong with me? where doctor should i go?

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

Specializes in General Practice

FP follow-up: A high uric acid level may or may not cause gout. With gout you would typically see a complex form of arthritis with sudden severe attacks of pain, tenderness and redness in joints, often at the base of the big toe. There are other possible causes such as diuretic meds, genetics, alcohol. obesity, and purine rich foods such as certain meats, mushrooms, and gravy. I need more of a history from you.

Answered 5/12/2015

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