What is the most common aggravating trigger of gouty arthritis attacks?

a. Trauma
b. Anemia
c. High-fat foods
d. Lack of exercise


ANS: A
Trauma is the most common aggravating factor of an acute gouty exacerbation. Gout is not trig-gered by anemia or lack of exercise. Gout is not caused by high-fat foods, but rather high-purine foods.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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