Video – What is Gout?

What Even Is Gout?

Gout isn’t “just” arthritis, it’s a specific, intense form of inflammatory arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid, a normal waste product in the body. When uric acid builds up too much, it can form sharp crystals in your joints, and those crystals hurt (really really hurt!)

Common signs of gout:

• Sudden, intense pain in a joint, although often thought of in big toe, it can be any joint!
• Swelling, redness, and heat in the area
• Feeling fine at night, then waking up unable to walk on the affected joint

What does a gout attack feel like?
One expert puts it best:

“Excruciating. Destructive. Relentless. Debilitating. Without mercy.”

Here’s the good news:
Gout is manageable. With the right treatment plan, including medication, lifestyle support, and tracking uric acid, you can get your life back!

Key takeaway:
Don’t wait until the next flare to take action. Gout doesn’t have to control your life, you can take control instead.