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Uncle Li has been feeling uncomfortable lately, especially the number of urination has increased significantly. He originally thought it was just a common prostate problem for the elderly, until one day he met his old neighbor Uncle Zhang, whom he hadn't seen for many years, during a morning exercise in the park.
"Lao Li, your face doesn't look very good, is there anything wrong with your body?" Uncle Zhang asked with concern.
Uncle Li sighed and explained his recent troubles. After listening to this, Uncle Zhang nodded thoughtfully: "Your situation is quite similar to me some time ago. I also urinated a lot at that time, and later went to the hospital to check, it turned out that the uric acid was high. "
Uncle Li was stunned: "High uric acid will also affect the number of urination?" How come I've never heard of it?"
Uncle Zhang smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "You don't know this, right?" People with high uric acid urinate a lot have three typical symptoms. If you don't have these symptoms, then the uric acid is not too high. "
Uncle Li suddenly became interested: "Oh? What do you mean by that?"
Uncle Zhang was about to speak, when he was suddenly interrupted by a rapid ringtone of his mobile phone. He glanced at the caller ID and said apologetically to Uncle Li: "Lao Li, there is something going on in my grandson's kindergarten, I have to hurry over." We'll talk another day!"
Looking at the back of Uncle Zhang leaving in a hurry, Uncle Li's heart was full of doubts. Can high uric acid cause you to urinate a lot? What other special symptoms are present? These questions lingered in his mind.
With this curiosity, Uncle Li decided to take a deeper look at this topic. He took out his smartphone, opened a search engine, and typed in a few keywords such as "high uric acid, excessive urination, symptoms". Soon, a series of relevant medical information jumped into view.
Uncle Li read this information carefully and gradually understood the relationship between uric acid and urine. It turns out that uric acid is a waste product produced in the body's metabolic process, which is normally excreted in the urine. When the level of uric acid in the body is too high, the body tries to excrete the excess uric acid by increasing the amount of urine, which leads to an increase in the frequency of urination.
Continuing to conduct in-depth research, Uncle Li found that people with high uric acid do have some special symptoms when urinating. The first symptom is darker urine. When uric acid levels rise, the concentration of uric acid in the urine also increases, giving the urine a darker yellow or orange-red color. This color change is usually noticeable and easy to notice.
The second symptom is cloudy urine. Normal urine should be clear and transparent, and high uric acid can cause sediment to appear in the urine, making the urine look cloudy. Some people even find small particles in their urine, which are manifestations of uric acid crystals.
The third symptom is discomfort when urinating. Due to the presence of uric acid crystals, some people may experience a slight tingling or burning sensation during urination. While the sensation is usually not too intense, it is enough to cause discomfort.
Uncle Li recalled his recent situation and seemed to have one or two of these symptoms. He couldn't help but be a little worried, and decided to learn more about the causes and dangers of high uric acid.
Through consulting information, Uncle Li learned that high uric acid may be related to a variety of factors. Dietary habits are an important factor, excessive intake of high-purine foods such as animal offal, seafood, etc., can lead to an increase in uric acid levels in the body. In addition, long-term alcohol consumption, lack of exercise, and obesity are also common causes of elevated uric acid.
What makes Uncle Li even more vigilant is that if high uric acid is not controlled in time, it may cause a series of health problems. Gout is the most well-known complication, with high concentrations of uric acid forming crystals in the joints, causing severe pain. In addition, high uric acid may also increase the risk of kidney stones, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, etc.
Uncle Li recalled his daily habits and couldn't help but regret it. He likes big fish and meat, especially high-purine foods such as pig's trotters and chicken feet. I don't usually exercise, and the biggest activity every day is to walk around the community. These habits undoubtedly increase the risk of elevated uric acid.
Just when Uncle Li was worried about his health, he remembered his old friend, Dr. Wang. Dr. Wong is an experienced TCM physician with a unique understanding of various chronic diseases. Uncle Li decided to consult with Dr. Wang.
Early the next morning, Uncle Li came to Dr. Wang's clinic. After listening to Uncle Li's description, Dr. Wang carefully checked his pulse.
"Lao Li, you do have some signs of high uric acid. However, there is no need to worry too much, as long as it is conditioned in time, it can completely reduce the uric acid level. Dr. Wang comforted.
Dr. Wang suggested that Uncle Li should first adjust his diet, reduce the intake of high-purine foods, and eat more vegetables and fruits. At the same time, he also prescribed some traditional Chinese medicine to help promote uric acid excretion.
"Remember, the most important thing in treating high uric acid is to persevere. It is not enough to take medicine, but also to eat a reasonable diet and exercise moderately. Dr. Wang advised.
Uncle Li nodded seriously, determined to take good care of his body. In the days that followed, he made lifestyle changes in strict accordance with Dr. Wang's advice. Stick to walking every day, and your diet will become lighter and healthier.
A month later, Uncle Li went to the hospital again for a check-up. The results showed that his uric acid level had decreased significantly, and all indicators had tended to normal. What makes him even happier is that the long-standing problem of urinating has also been significantly improved.
This experience made Uncle Li deeply realize the importance of a healthy life. He began to actively promote the dangers of high uric acid and prevention methods to his friends, hoping to help more people avoid similar troubles.
Uncle Li's story tells us that small changes in the body often contain important information. For chronic problems such as high uric acid, early detection and timely treatment are crucial. With a sensible diet, moderate exercise, and necessary medical intervention, we can maintain healthy uric acid levels and enjoy a high quality of life.
It is worth noting that high uric acid is not a "patent" for the elderly. With the changes in modern lifestyles, more and more young people are also at risk of elevated uric acid. Therefore, regardless of age, we should pay attention to our physical condition and develop healthy lifestyle habits.
As Professor Chen Zhong, a well-known metabolic disease expert in China, pointed out in a study published in the Chinese Journal of Internal Medicine, "uric acid levels are closely related to the occurrence and development of a variety of chronic diseases, and early intervention is of great significance to prevent related complications." This further underscores the importance of the uric acid issue that we should pay attention to.
High uric acid, while a common problem, should never be overlooked. By focusing on details such as the color, transparency, and feeling of urinating, we can detect potential uric acid problems early.
Through scientific lifestyle adjustment and necessary medical intervention, we can effectively control uric acid levels and maintain good health.
Let's learn from Uncle Li's experience and learn to listen to the voice of the body and develop healthy living habits. Only in this way can we truly realize our good wishes for a long and healthy life. Remember, health is the most precious treasure in life, and it deserves our care.
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(The story in the article is purely fictional, if there is any similarity is purely coincidental, if the body is not well, seek medical help in time)