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I have pain in my right toe knuckle when i walk, does this sound like gout?

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Arthritis: This could be arthritis, which includes gout; it could also be just a painful bunion. Your age and how long the pain has been present will help determine the cause. Also is the pain better in shoes or when you are barefoot.

Answered 7/8/2015

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Is it sudden & red?: That's the right location for gout but it's usually red, swollen, warm and starts very suddenly (reaching maximum pain in hours) then resolves completely in 3-7 days. If you think you have gout you could see your doctor.

Answered 9/28/2016

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No: Gout is usually severely painful, red and swollen and hurts at rest and with activity. Pain with walking may be due to arthritis or other joint irritation.

Answered 3/4/2018

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