What is gout?
Gout is arthritis caused by urate crystals triggering inflammation in a joint.
Symptoms, causes and assessment
Sudden severe pain, redness and swelling often affect the big toe, though other joints can be involved. Blood uric acid alone does not confirm the diagnosis. Joint infection can look similar, especially in a first or unusual episode.
Care and when to seek help
Treating an attack and preventing recurrence are different plans; kidney function and medicines affect choices. A hot swollen joint with fever needs urgent attention; diet changes alone may not suffice.
Related topics
What is asthma?What is sinusitis?What is rheumatoid arthritis?What is glaucoma?What is hepatitis B?What is inflammatory bowel disease?What is sleep hygiene?What is migraine?What helps with back pain?What is endometriosis?What is gastritis?What is iron deficiency anemia?What is fibromyalgia?What is pneumonia?What is hyperthyroidism?What is polycystic ovary syndrome?What is bronchitis?What is irritable bowel syndrome?What does narcissist mean?What is multiple sclerosis?How do vaccines work?What is high cholesterol?What is shingles?What is fatty liver disease?What is oral and dental health?What is sepsis?What is tuberculosis?What is obsessive-compulsive disorder?What is acne?What is Pilates? What are its benefits?What are the signs of stroke?What is tinnitus?EdemaWhat helps a sore throat?What is vitamin D deficiency?What helps with nausea?PulseWhat is psoriasis?What are kidney stones?What is influenza?What is atrial fibrillation?What are kidney function tests?What does intubated mean?What is a pulmonary embolism?What are the signs of pregnancy?What is a cataract?What is a panic attack?What is dementia?HealthWhat is physical activity?