7 Famous People with Gout

Benjamin Franklin:

Without Benjamin Franklin, we would not have the Declaration of Independence today. However, Franklin missed many meetings during the drafting of the Declaration of Independence due to painful gout flare-ups. Luckily, Thomas Jefferson sent him drafts after the meeting and he was still able to input ideas. If you’ve been diagnosed with gout, self-care is important for preventing attacks. Making healthy lifestyle changes can help.
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September 25, 2015

Last Updated:
September 29, 2015