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.
Diuretics help the kidneys eliminate sodium and water from the body. This lowers the amount of blood in the body and brings down blood pressure. There are three types of diuretics: thiazide, loop, and potassium-sparing. Thiazide diuretics may lower potassium levels and may increase cholesterol and blood sugar.