Gouty arthritis can cause painful inflammation and intense pain. Swelling and pain are common among those who experience gout.
Gout Left Untreated
People with gout who have five or more years of recurrent flares may develop crystals under the skin and around joints as nodules called tophi.
While generally not painful, tophi can be disfiguring and interfere with normal joint function. The presence of tophi close to bones can lead to bone and cartilage destruction creating further deformities in the affected joints.
Images of Gout
Below are some pictures of gout. The pictures show different joints that can be affected by gouty arthritis.
The pictures show different joints that can be affected by gouty arthritis. Gout can cause pain, swelling, and intense pain in the joints.
