Gout causes sudden flares of joint pain, which often arise during the nighttime, and in the big toe, though it may affect other joints including the ankles or knees. It is the most common type of ...

Gout is often associated with drinking too much or not eating healthily enough, but new research suggests genetics play more of a factor in developing the arthritic condition than previously thought.

When you think of arthritis, achy, warm, swollen joints probably come to mind. These are indeed some of the most common symptoms of arthritis. But did you know there are actually over 100 different ...

Gout is often blamed on overindulgence in alcohol or unhealthy eating, but research suggests genetics plays a much bigger role in the painful arthritic condition than previously thought. In 2024, an ...

Gout in your knee happens when uric acid crystals build up in the joint, causing sudden episodes of pain, swelling, and inflammation that can make walking and standing difficult. Managing gout ...

Q. My doctor just informed me that my recent blood tests showed that I have gout. Up until now, I thought that I was healthy. What’s the story? A. If you are otherwise completely healthy, you don’t ...

Gout is a very painful type of inflammatory arthritis that can be debilitating, and sudden flare-ups can be even more so. A News 9 viewer says they keep getting flare-ups of gout, and want to know ...

Emergency room visits for gout are increasing across California, and doctors say many patients continue to suffer painful flare-ups despite treatment. Dr. Nicole Griffin, a rheumatologist with Kaiser ...