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Could gout cause lower leg pain in addition to the pain in the big toe?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Yes: Because the gout can cause the big toe pain and then because of that you may walk funny as to not put pressure on the big toe....Not uncommon.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Probably not: Unless the pain is associated with an acute attack, the answer would be no.

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Gout: Gout can also attack other joints, including the knees, shoulders, and ankles, amongst others.

Dr Lovell agreed

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A member asked:

Could gout cause lower leg pain in addition to the pain in the big toe?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr. John Michalski answered

Dr Lovell agreed

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