LEARNING ABOUT GOUT: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS & TREATMENT OPTIONS

Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden, severe pain in the joints. It happens when urate deposits build up in the joint fluid. This build-up triggers inflammation and pain. Gout most often affects the big toe, but it can also occur in other joints such as the ankles, knees, elbows, wrists and fingers. The causes of gout are complex and can