29/06/2022
What is gout?
Gout is a type of arthritis. Arthritis is a common condition that causes swelling and pain in your joints. Gout is considered a chronic disease, meaning it does not have a cure and will usually last your whole life.
Gout comes in sudden, and sometimes severe attacks also called flares or flare-ups. During a gout attack, you may have pain, swelling, and/or redness in your joints. Gout attacks often happen in the big toe but can affect any of your body’s joints like your elbows, knees, hands, or ankles. Gout is extremely painful and sometimes hard to control. Gout can be either acute or chronic.
Kidney disease can lead to gout, and gout may lead to kidney disease. If you have either condition, talk to your doctor about preventing the other.
The source: kidneyfund
