Gout causes sudden flares of joint pain, which often arise during the nighttime, and in the big toe, though it may affect other joints including the ankles or knees. It is the most common type of ...

"Gout is a chronic disease with a genetic basis and is not the fault of the sufferer – the myth that gout is caused by lifestyle or diet needs to be busted," says epidemiologist Tony Merriman, from ...

Gout is a common form of arthritis affecting about 1 in 50 people in the UK. It can cause unbearable pain around the joints and for many the first sign can be pain in the big toe. Other symptoms ...

The international study, led by researchers at the University of Otago, gout is a chronic illness in which genetics play a major role, instead of being caused by lifestyle choices. The researchers ...

Gout is often associated with drinking too much or not eating healthily enough, but new research suggests genetics play more of a factor in developing the arthritic condition than previously thought.

Gout is inflammatory arthritis that causes severe pain. While it most commonly affects the big toe, it can also affect other ...

Cory Martin is the author of seven books including Love Sick, a memoir about dating, life in Hollywood and dealing with MS, and The Yoga Prescription: A Chronic Illness Survival Guide. There's a ...

Gout is the most common arthritis, affecting men 3-4 times more than women. A significant scientific discovery has challenged the long-held notion that lifestyle variables such as diet and alcohol ...

Gout is a form of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in a joint. It causes sudden attacks of pain, swelling, redness, and stiffness, usually in one joint, especially the big toe. Gout ...

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that causes severe pain and swelling in one or more of your joints. These attacks happen suddenly when there's a buildup of uric acid, a chemical found ...

This condition guide will explore the ins and outs of gout, including its symptoms, what causes it, how it’s diagnosed, and treatment options. (Learn more about Hair Loss in Older Women.) ...