LEARNING ABOUT GOUT: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS & TREATMENT OPTIONS

Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden, sharp pain in the joints. It happens when crystals build up in the joint cavity. This accumulation triggers inflammation and pain. Gout most often strikes the big toe, but it can also occur in other joints such as the ankles, knees, elbows, wrists and fingers. The risk factors of gout are complex and