The disorder itself may not be preventable, but you may be avoid to avoid things that trigger your symptoms. Limit alcohol consumption and follow a low-purine diet.
A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Steve Lee, DO, Rheumatology Fellow, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (4/26/2007).