gout

What is gout?

Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis. It’s caused by sodium urate crystals forming in the joints. While the big toe is particularly susceptible, gout can also affect the ankles, knees, elbows, wrists and fingers. Urate, or uric acid, is an end-product of the breakdown of biochemicals called purines, which are both components […]

Continue Reading