Symptoms of Gout

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Gout normally occurs in attacks, which can develop rapidly over a few hours, and last for several days if left untreated. The attacks usually involve severe pain in one or more joints, most commonly in your big toe. The inflamed joint will become swollen, and your skin can become red and sore around the affected area.

Although gout will usually affect your big toe, it can occur in any of your joints, for example in your foot, knee, ankle, hand or wrist.

It is possible to have one attack of gout and never experience it again, however for many people it does return. If left untreated, the attacks can become more frequent and last longer.