Uric Acid: Gout is when too much uric acid gets deposited in a joint. The classic one is the big toe although others can be affected. Lifestyle factors like red meat and alcohol can play a role.
Answered 3/13/2016
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Gout defined: An episodic inflammatory arthritis that typically affects one or two joints at a time. The big toe is most commonly affected. It is caused by uric acid crystals which trigger inflammation.
Answered 9/7/2016
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