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Why do vegetarians get gout?
What are the soft tissue manifestations of gout(extra-articular)?
It’s not really important why vegetarians get gout, Premilla Devi Naidoo. It’s important that you understand your own gout. Yes, that involves what you eat, but gout diet is the last subject that should concern you. Your symptoms and treatment are most important.
From your second question, can I assume that you have noticed lumps in soft tissues? Uric acid crystals affect joints first, probably due to temperature, though other factors could be important. Eventually, they will spread into all tissues, leading to serious damage, which can be fatal.
I need much more personal information about your gout history before I can advise you better. Please login before you post. The welcome page after you login includes your Personal Gout Profile. Use that to record your gout facts, and any important questions.
With your gout facts, and some more discussions here, we’ll soon be able to control your gout so you can live a happy life free from the fear of more gout attacks. You will also be able to stop worrying about being vegetarian. As I say, gout diet comes last, but if you have some immediate concerns about your diet, I can help.
I need to know what you eat in a typical day. Better still, a typical week. Also your height and weight. That will give me a start towards explaining why vegetarians get gout. More importantly, I can give you personal advice about the important aspects of your diet that need to change. I can also allay your fears if you are worried about certain vegetables. All fruits and vegetables are good for gout if you eat them properly.
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