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A member asked:
With a uric acid level of 8.5, is gout a possible etiology for inner and out heel pain? the big toe is not presenting as a normal bunion would with traditional gout. curious if it can affect the heel, or even joints in the hands.
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Yes: Gout can affect the heel and joints of the hand though much less often than bid toe.
Answered 9/4/2018
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