Gout

Uric acid crystals building up in the joints cause gout, a kind of inflammatory arthritis distinguished by great pain, swelling, and redness. It most typically affects the big toe but can also hit the ankles, knees, wrists, and fingers. Usually occurring at night, gout attacks are really unpleasant.
The fundamental cause of gout is high uric acid levels in the blood, which arise from the breakdown of purines present in many foods and human tissues. Risk factors include a diet high in red meat, shellfish, and alcohol; obesity; kidney disease; genetic predisposition; Many medications, particularly diuretics, can also increase uric acid levels.
Usually making movement difficult, gout symptoms include extreme joint pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness. Untreated frequent episodes might lead to joint damage and kidney stones.
Diagnosis needs for blood tests to measure uric acid levels as well as imaging techniques involving ultrasonic or joint fluid analysis. Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, colchicine, corticosteroids), uric acid-lowering treatments, lifestyle changes, and dietary modifications define the treatment. Keeping a good weight, drinking enough water, and cutting meals heavy in purine may assist in controlling the condition and stopping gout flare-ups.