Gout is a common form of inflammatory arthritis and a painful condition affecting the joints. The first attack is usually on the big toe while the other joints such as the knee, ankle and wrist are also affected in chronic cases. Gout is caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the synovial fluid […]
Gout is a painful condition of the joints which is a type of arthritis that develops due to the excess buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints. There is sudden pain, swelling and redness of the joint. It usually affects the big toe first, but can also affect other joints such as the knee,