Gout is a form of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in joints. It is an intensely painful disease, which in most cases affects only one joint (monoarthritis), most commonly the big toe.
Insightfully Intuitive
2005-12-14 06:55:30 UTC
I also agree. Go to the following web site listed next to 'sources'... It has loads of info.
hdrider
2005-12-13 04:06:32 UTC
i agree with the previous answer. i had it before in my ankle, and it was quite painful. like a bed sprain. drink more water!! mine went away after a couple of days, but walking around really sucked.
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