High uric acid does not usually cause itchy skin.
Uric acid is the product of purine metabolism in the body, any factors that will lead to abnormal purine metabolism in the body as well as a decrease in uric acid excretion will lead to increased levels of uric acid in the body, which will lead to hyperuricemia and gouty arthritis.
High uric acid itself does not usually cause itching, but gouty arthritis patients may sometimes itchy skin localized joints. In addition, high uric acid with renal insufficiency, the body’s toxin excretion will be reduced and will accumulate under the skin, will stimulate the local sensory nerve endings and itching.
In conclusion, high uric acid generally does not cause itchy skin, it is recommended that patients with high uric acid itchy skin to the hospital in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor to clarify the cause and to be treated.