Recent reports have found that women with gout are at a greater risk for heart attack than men who suffer from the disease. Gout is one of the most painful forms of arthritis. It occurs when too much uric acid builds up in the body. For most individuals the first attack of gout occurs in the big toe. The attack often wakes a person from sleep. The toe is very sore, red, warm, and swollen. Gout can also cause:

• Pain
• Swelling
• Redness
• Heat
• Stiffness in joints.

In the past research has proven that men who suffer from the disease are at a higher risk for heart attack but little information was known about the effects of the disease on women. Recent reports confirm that women who suffer from grout have a much higher risk of having a heart attack than men. If you have any question about gout or any other heart attack causes contact your doctor for more information today.