High uric acid levels have become increasingly common due to modern eating habits, sedentary lifestyles, and stress. While many believe that uric acid issues only show up as severe joint pain or gout attacks, the early symptoms are often subtle—and easy to overlook.

Recognising these signs early can prevent long-term complications such as kidney stones, joint damage, and chronic gout.

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Unexplained Joint Stiffness and Mild Pain

One of the earliest and most ignored symptoms of high uric acid is a feeling of stiffness, especially in the toes, ankles, or knees. The discomfort may come and go, leading people to assume it's due to fatigue or poor posture. However, uric acid crystals often start formi

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