What are some symptoms of hyperuricemia to look for?
• You may not have any symptoms. • If your blood uric acid levels are significantly elevated, and you are undergoing chemotherapy for leukemia or lymphoma, you may have symptoms kidney problems, or gouty arthritis from high uric acid levels in your blood. • You may have fever, chills, fatigue if you have certain forms of cancer, and your uric acid levels are elevated (caused by tumor lysis syndrome) • You may notice an inflammation of a joint (called “gout”), if the uric acid crystals deposit in one of your joints. (*Note- gout may occur with normal uric acid levels, too). • You may have kidney problems (caused by formation of kidney stones), or problems with urination Things you can do about hyperuricemia: • Make sure you tell your doctor, as well as all healthcare providers, about any other medications you are taking (including over-the-counter, vitamins, or herbal remedies). • Remind your doctor or healthcare provider if you have a history of diabetes, liver, kidney, or heart diseas
