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Why is the lower part of my big toe still in pain more than 3 weeks after the gout attack?

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There can be gouty: Tophi present, or residual inflammation or joint damage present. The problem may or may not be related. For example you can have a hallux limitus that is irritating you....

Answered 6/10/2019

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