LEARNING ABOUT GOUT: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS & TREATMENT OPTIONS

Gout is a type of inflammatory condition that causes sudden, sharp pain in the joints. It happens when needle-like formations build up in the joint cavity. This build-up triggers redness 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