Help with gout

What is gout, really?

It’s not about rich food or “old guys.” Gout is a real medical condition, and it’s far more common than people realize.

Gout is a chronic, often misunderstood form of inflammatory arthritis. It happens when uric acid builds up in the body and forms sharp crystals in the joints, causing sudden, intense attacks of pain called flares.

Let’s be clear:
It’s not “just about food.”
It’s not something you caused.
It’s a biological condition, and a manageable one with the right care.

What causes gout?
Gout begins with high uric acid levels (hyperuricemia). Many different factors can raise those levels, and most are outside your control.

Genetics: Your body’s uric acid handling is often inherited.
Kidney function: If your kidneys can’t filter uric acid well, levels rise.
Certain medications: Diuretics, low-dose aspirin, and others can contribute.
Other conditions: Obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and more can increase risk.
Diet: Foods high in purines (like red meat, seafood, or alcohol) can play a role, but rarely cause gout on their own.

What does a gout flare feel like?
Sudden, severe joint pain (often in the big toe, foot, or ankle)
Swelling, redness, and heat
Stiffness or limited mobility
Occasional fatigue or low fever

Flares can come on fast, and the pain can be overwhelming. But with the right treatment, relief is absolutely possible, and we’re here to help you get there.

Gout is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood that forms needle-like crystals in the joints and triggers painful inflammation.