Gout
Gout is caused by high levels of uric acid in your blood. Very high levels of uric acid can form microscopic crystals that build up in your joints or under your skin (tophi). The buildup of crystals causes swelling and pain and may lead to joint damage. You’re more likely to get gout if you: […]
Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease in which: Your blood sugar (glucose) levels are too high You get diabetes if your body’s normal way of controlling blood sugar isn’t working right. There are 2 types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2 People with type 1 diabetes have to take insulin shots (type 1 is sometimes called […]
