“Could the pain in my joints be gout?”
I'm 50 years old, and both my big toe and hips really hurt. Could the pain in my joints be gout? These areas also look swollen and I haven't taken any falls to cause this.
7 Answers
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Yes, it can be gout, it could’ve be genetic or caused by environmental causes such as chronic exposure to lead (the metal). Have it checked out by your doctor. The serum iron acid needs to be checked.
Get an X-ray. Could be wear and tear arthritis. Gout is highly inflammatory. It hurts like hell and often gets red and swollen. Usually, the uric acid is high and crystals can be aspirated from the affected joint.
Best,
Dr. Lipkis
Best,
Dr. Lipkis
It could be, if it's never happened before. You need to see a doctor and get the joint fluid checked and some blood work to get the diagnosis.
Thanks.
Thanks.
If you have a past diagnosis of gout, this could be a flare. However, I am concerned that your hip hurts as well. I recommend you go see you personal care physician (PCP) for a close evaluation and a diagnosis.
Gout is a common but complex form of arthritis that can affect anyone. It's characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in the joints, often the joint at the base of the big toe.
An attack of gout can occur suddenly and the affected joint is hot, swollen and so tender that even light weight on it such as a sheet can be intolerable.
The signs and symptoms of gout almost always occur suddenly, and often at night.
They include:
Intense joint pain. Gout usually affects the large joint of your big toe, but it can occur in any joint. Other commonly affected joints include the ankles, knees, elbows, wrists and fingers. The pain is likely to be most severe within the first four to 12 hours after it begins.
Lingering discomfort. After the most severe pain subsides, some joint discomfort may last from a few days to a few weeks. Later attacks are likely to last longer and affect more joints.
Inflammation and redness. The affected joint or joints become swollen, tender, warm and red.
Limited range of motion. As gout progresses, you may not be able to move your joints normally.
An attack of gout can occur suddenly and the affected joint is hot, swollen and so tender that even light weight on it such as a sheet can be intolerable.
The signs and symptoms of gout almost always occur suddenly, and often at night.
They include:
Intense joint pain. Gout usually affects the large joint of your big toe, but it can occur in any joint. Other commonly affected joints include the ankles, knees, elbows, wrists and fingers. The pain is likely to be most severe within the first four to 12 hours after it begins.
Lingering discomfort. After the most severe pain subsides, some joint discomfort may last from a few days to a few weeks. Later attacks are likely to last longer and affect more joints.
Inflammation and redness. The affected joint or joints become swollen, tender, warm and red.
Limited range of motion. As gout progresses, you may not be able to move your joints normally.
Yes, it could be gout or osteoarthritis (degenerative disease of the cartilage). Go to your doctor and get uric acid levels and an X-ray. Avoid eating food reach in uric acid such as tomatoes, beans, etc.
