Gout Education Society
The Gout Education Society is a nonprofit organization of healthcare professionals dedicated to raising awareness of gout arthritis, with the aim of improving the overall quality of care and minimizing the burden of gout.
Medical professionals can learn more about optimizing touch points and common myths by watching the latest webinar.
New Webinar: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing Gout.
Recently, a panel of experts from several practice areas convened to discuss the importance of collaborative care in managing gout. Collaborative treatment across the variety of practice areas that see those with gout ensures cohesive care for those afflicted, mitigating connected health conditions such as CKD, diabetes and heart disease.
Gout Specialist Network
Find a specialist who meets your specific needs based on your location and requirements. Search for nearby specialists treating gout. Browse through our community of professionals, and contact your preferred gout specialist.
What is Gout?
Gout is one of the most common forms of arthritis, caused by high levels of uric acid and accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints. If gout is left untreated, it increases the risk of permanent bone, joint, and tissue damage. An attack of gout will cause pain and swelling that lasts longer if left untreated.
Gout Education Library
With gout on the rise, it is essential that all patients, especially those who develop gout, are knowledgeable about this serious disease. You can always learn more from your doctor during regular visits. Take a stand on gout!
Treat Gout Promptly to Avoid Joint Damage and Tophi
Today, more than 9.2 million Americans are living with gout—a number that is on the rise. Unfortunately, many are unaware of their family history of gout, and just 10 percent of people with gout are getting adequate, ongoing treatment.
Gout is Serious
It’s important to know that during a gout attack, a person experiences sudden and severe episodes of pain, warmth, and swelling in one or more joints. While gout symptoms often begin in the big toe, a gout attack can spread to the feet, ankle, wrists, hands, and elbows and cause permanent joint damage.
Can You Spot a Symptom of Gout?
Take this quick interactive quiz to put your gout knowledge to the test.
