Quiz: Test Your Gout Smarts
Question 1/15
Only men get gout.
- True
- False
Question 2/15
What kind of deposits in your body cause gout?
- Cholesterol
- Uric acid
- Fat
- Calcium
Question 3/15
You may be able to tell when a gout attack is coming by:
- A tingling feeling in your toe
- A headache
- Indigestion
- All of the above
Question 4/15
Gout can be diagnosed with a simple blood test.
- True
- False
Question 5/15
You can get gout in your:
- Big toe
- Wrist
- Ankle
- All of the above
Question 6/15
Taking aspirin or NSAIDS can help ease a gout attack.
- True
- False
Question 7/15
When you're having a gout flare, it may help to:
- Do gentle stretches
- Apply ice
- Apply heat
- Wrap the joint
Question 8/15
Why is gout known as the "disease of kings"?
- Because it's hereditary
- Because it was diagnosed by a king's doctor
- Because of its association with rich food
Question 9/15
Which foods may trigger a gout attack?
- Sardines and anchovies
- Pastas and rice
- Fruits and vegetables
- Beans
Question 10/15
Drinking beer can trigger a gout attack.
- True
- False
Question 11/15
Which food might protect against gout?
- Shrimp
- Bacon
- Cheese
Question 12/15
The more gout attacks you have, the worse they'll get.
- True
- False
Question 13/15
You're more likely to get gout if you have:
- Low blood pressure
- Low cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Low body weight
Question 14/15
The only way to prevent a gout attack is to change your diet.
- True
- False
Question 15/15
Uric acid also can affect your:
- Liver
- Lungs
- Kidneys
- All of the above
