Monroe Township was originally formed as a township by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 3, 1859, from portions of Washington Township, while the area was still part of Camden County. Monroe Township was shifted to Gloucester County on February 28, 1871, along with the majority of Washington Township.
âStress, dehydration and certain medications, such as diuretics, can cause a jump in uric acid, as can weight gain,â she says. âOne study found that just gaining 10 pounds over four months was associated with an increased incidence of gout.â.
Other complications include the following. 1  Kidney stones (if uric acid crystals collect in your urinary system). 2  Damage to your kidneys (if uric acid crystals collect in them). 3  Cardiovascular disease (such as heart attack and stroke) appears to be associated with gout.