Hyperuricemia

A condition characterised by abnormally elevated levels of uric acid in the blood. It results from overproduction or underexcretion of uric acid and is the underlying metabolic precursor of gout and urate nephropathy.

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Last updated: February 25, 2026

Diet

Purine-rich foods

Avoiding purine-rich foods reduces hyperuricemia risk by fivefold and lowers uric acid levels

AvoidCaution

6 studies

Supplements

Probiotics (Bifidobacterium)

Bifidobacterium probiotics may help lower uric acid through gut-mediated metabolic pathways

Suggested

2 studies

Actions

Home urate monitoring

Portable home urate monitors provide clinically valid self-monitoring with 96% accuracy versus lab tests

Suggested

2 studies

Red Flags

Joint pain

Acute joint pain signals potential gout flares requiring prompt medical evaluation

See Doctor Soon

3 studies