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Dear Doctor: Why are people who take iron supplements more susceptible to gout?
Dear Doctor: Why are people who take iron supplements more susceptible to gout?
Dear Doctor: Why are people who take iron supplements more susceptible to gout?

Published on: 01/28/2026

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Dr. Keith Roach is a physician at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital. He writes an educational column on infectious diseases, public health and sports medicine.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a regular blood donor. In the 7-10 days before a donation, I take iron supplements to ensure that my hemoglobin count is sufficient enough to give blood. However, I now think that I have developed what appears to be a mild case of gout in my ankle and wonder whether there could be a connection. I have no other risk factors for gout. -- S.C.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/advice/2026/01/dear-doctor-why-are-people-who-are-taking-iron-supplements-more-susceptible-to-gout.html

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