A low-purine diet involves a diet plan that limits the intake of food rich in purine. A low purine diet helps in managing conditions like hyperuricemia (high level of uric acid in the blood) which can lead to gout and other complications. High sugary food, alcohol, red meat, organ meat, turkey, etc should be avoided. Milk, cherries, water, and coffee should be included in the diet.
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I have pain in my left and right leg. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 67-year-old male, and for the last two weeks, I have been suffering from heavy pain in my right leg for the last one month. I suffered from extreme left leg foot swelling, and my uric acid level was high. Accordingly, the doctor has done treatment, and now my left leg has little pa... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am sorry you are experiencing pain in your right leg. It is good that your uric acid levels have decreased after making dietary changes and receiving treatment for the left leg swelling. Regarding shifting pain from the left to the right... Read Full »