November 2, 2022
Gout
, or metabolic arthritis, is a condition created by a buildup of uric acid crystals on the cartilage of joints, tendons, and surrounding tissue, causing inflammation, severe pain, redness, stiffness, and even low-grade fever. If not treated, the crystals can form a tophi (Latin for “stone”), which can lead to tissue damage. Gout is caused […]
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