01 What is gout?

In this video Dr Vanisi Prescott, explains that gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis, caused by a build-up of uric acid in joints. It's common, especially among whānau Māori and Pasifika people.
Captions available in English, Tongan and Samoan.
Watch the next short video in this series about managing acute attacks and how to prevent further flares or damage to your joints: • 02 Gout is not your fault
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