A 48-year-old member asked:
I want to know what is the difference between gangrene and gout?
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Dr. Robert Uyedaanswered
General Surgery 47 years experience
Two completely: Different diseases. Gangrene is not enough blood flow. Gout is excessive uric acid that cystalizes in joint. Treatment is also completely different. Get to a doctor.
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