7 Famous People with Gout
Famous baseball player David Wells has pitched for both the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Yankees — all while struggling with gout. After being diagnosed, Wells has continued to have a successful athletic career. Pain management is a big part of living with gout, and preventing an attack can help keep you one step ahead. By controlling your weight, you can help control your gout. Talk to your doctor about what other steps to take if you’ve been diagnosed with gout.
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September 29, 2015