Gout is characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain,
redness and tenderness in joints, often the big toe joint. Men are more likely
to be affected by gout; however, anyone can be affected. The pain can be
intense enough to wake you up in the middle of the night. Gout is caused by an
increase in uric acid in your blood, which causes urate crystals to deposit in
the joint. Your body produces uric acid when it breaks down purines — substances
that are found naturally in your body, as well as in certain foods, such as
organ meats, anchovies, herring, asparagus and mushrooms. Gout can be
controlled with changing eating habits or oral medication. At FAMILYFOOT CARE we can help relieve your pain from a gout attack, and point you
in the right direction to decrease these attacks. Call us to schedule your
appointment today. We have three convenient locations to serve you.
