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How Common Is Gout?

Gout is more common in men than in women. It is most common in men over age 30. In women, it is rare for gout to occur until after menopause.1

Gout often runs in families. It is especially common in people from the Pacific islands.1

Children are rarely diagnosed with gout. If a child does develop gout, the doctor will check to see whether the child has a problem present since birth (congenital) that is affecting metabolism.

Citations

  1. Hellman DB, Imboden JB Jr (2010). Crystal deposition arthritis section of Arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders. In SJ McFee, MA Papadakis, eds., Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment, 49th ed., pp. 729–736. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical.
By Healthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Last Revised July 9, 2010

Last Revised: July 9, 2010

Author: Healthwise Staff

Medical Review: Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine

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