Symptoms
Symptoms of gout include severe pain, redness, and swelling in joints, often the big toe. Attacks can come suddenly, often at night.
People may experience:
Pain areas: in the joints, ankle, foot, knee, or toe
Joints: lumps, stiffness, or swelling
Also common: physical deformity or redness
Treatment
During an acute attack, anti-inflammatory medications can help relieve pain and shorten the length of the attack. Patients with chronic gout can use behavioral modification such as diet, exercise, and decreased intake of alcohol to help minimize the frequency of attacks. Additionally, patients with chronic gout are often put on medications such as colchicine.