14 Things you may not know about Gout
3. Your genes and ancestry influence your risk
If Gout runs in your family, your risk of developing it is increased. Black men are about twice as likely as white men to have gout.
Alfred Tong
Author and admin of Goutshare who classifies himself as a genetic gout victim who occasionally enjoys a good beer and steak. Since diagnosed with Gout at the age of 29, Alfred has been seeking to gain a greater understanding of this disease and in this process share his findings with other fellow gout sufferers in hope to bring awareness to all.
