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Does gout worsen if not treated?
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Yes: So gout is a condition that tends to both recruit more joints with each flare (i.e. 1st flare: big toe, 2nd flare: big toe and knee, etc) and worsens the inflammation that occurs with each flare. This can lead to a destructive arthritis that can render the most affected joints unusable and deformed. In addition, kidney stones can occur with untreated disease. Treatment is simple for 95% of gout pt.
Answered 4/15/2019
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It's VERY important: To not keep getting gout attacks. As dr. Kim pointed out, acute gouty arthritis can become chronic tophacious gouty arthritis, which is extremely debilitating, and 100% unnecessary.
Answered 12/3/2012
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