Research based on the NHANES III dataset (USA) shows that postmenopausal women have an average uric acid concentration in the blood of 0.34 mg/dL higher than premenopausal women, even after adjusting factors such as age, weight, diet or blood pressure.
Explaining this phenomenon, scientists say estrogen plays a role in promoting kidney uric excretion, so when this hormone decreases, the ability to control uric in the blood is significantly impaired
Interestingly, postmenopausal women who used replacement hormones recorded uric acid levels 0.24 mg/dL lower than the non-users. This data strengthens the hypothesis about the protective role of estrogen, while opening up a direction for medical intervention in high-risk patients.
Experts recommend that women during menopause should regularly check uric acid levels to promptly adjust their diet, exercise and consult a doctor about hormone therapy. However, the use of hormones as alternatives should be carefully considered, as it can come with a risk of cardiovascular disease or breast cancer.
