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A member asked:

After i swim, my big toe hurts when i step or i bend it. it's swollen. there's no bruise visible.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

You may have gout.: This is the area that is typically affected by gout. Your doctor can take your uric acid level to start with.

Dr Love agreed

Answered 4/24/2018

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