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Gout

Gout is a condition that causes pain, inflammation and swelling in one or more of the joints. It occurs in ‘attacks’, which means that it affects you for a period of time, but will subside eventually, even without treatment. However, if left untreated, the attacks can sometimes become more frequent and last longer.

It affects about one in 200 adults, most commonly men between 40 and 60 years old. Gout affects women less often, but when it does it is usually after the onset of the menopause. In rare cases young people and children can be affected. 

Although gout is a common condition, there are effective ways of treating the pain, reducing the inflammation, and preventing more attacks.

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