Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude toward gout and hyperuricemia among adults in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Methods: A web-based descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, in the year 2025. An online questionnaire modified from earlier validated studies was used to enroll adults in Makkah who were at least 18 years old. Demographic information, comorbidities, body mass index, history of gout, knowledge of hyperuricemia, and awareness of gout causes, risk factors, symptoms, prevention, and therapy were all gathered through the survey.
Results: There were 921 participants in all; 87.5% were Saudi nationals, and 70.9% were women. Of the total, 10.2% of people self-reported having gout. Of the participants, about 54% had heard of hyperuricemia, and 82.8% knew that it was linked to other health issues. Furthermore, 52.9% of participants had strong knowledge, with a mean score of 15.15 ± 6.36. Higher education and student status were substantially correlated with higher knowledge levels (p < 0.05). Healthcare providers were a less frequent source of information (18.2%), whereas the Internet was the most popular source (35.6%).
Conclusion: Significant gaps still existed, despite the fact that over half of the participants showed a high understanding of gout and hyperuricemia. To improve disease management, early detection, and prevention, healthcare-based education and public awareness campaigns must be strengthened.

Key words: gout, hyperuricemia, knowledge, awareness, prevalence, Saudi Arabia, Makkah