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[size=4][b]Is Salmon High in Purines - Causes of Gout[/b][/size][hr]Gout is a painful disease of the joints, which usually affects the big toe first in most people. It is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. Uric acid is formed by the pharmacology of colchicine called purines, which can lead to high levels of uric acid and cause many problems such as joint swelling and kidney stones. Normally the uric acid is dissolved in the blood and passes out via the kidneys into the urine but if this does not occur it can build up in the body and cause the crystals to deposit and cause gout.
[size=large][b]Some Genetic Diseases Affect the Breakdown of Uric Acid and Also Cause It to Build Up[/b][/size][hr]Other causes include exposure to lead, foods high animal protein, some medications, obesity, excess alcohol or foods rich in purines. Some foods that cause gout are organ meats such as liver, brain and kidneys. Other foods include herring, anchovies, peas and dried beans. Alcohol affects the elimination of uric acid especially when taken in excess. Using the intuition I had on Foods Gout, I thought that writing this article would indeed be worth the trouble. Most of the relevant information on Foods Gout has been included here.
[list][*]Low carbohydrate diets, especially when very protein rich and with inadequate water intake can also cause gout.[*]A family history of gout may also predispose a person towards getting it.[*]An idle brain, is a devil's workshop they say.[*]Using this ideology in mind, we ventured to write on Purines Foods, so that something productive would be achieved of our minds. [/list]
Medications such as diuretics (which help the kidney eliminate more urine) or aspirin cause gout. And people who have had an organ transplant are prone to gout. Patients on numerous medicines should talk to their healthcare provider to see if there are interactions between medicine and if an alternate drug may help. The common vitamin niacin can also trigger gout.
[list][*]The results were sufficiently impressive to give hope and encouragement to any gout sufferer who tries this diet as accurately as possible.[*]The study was conducted in 1999.[*]Unfortunately it has not been followed up by a much larger one designed on the same lines.[*]If conducted, such a study would expand our knowledge of natural gout treatment, perhaps considerably.[*]A natural gout cure is what most gout sufferers want.[*]We were a bit tentative when embarking on this project on Natural Gout Treatment.[*]However, using the grit and determination we have, we have produced some fine reading material on Natural Gout Treatment. [/list]
[b] And gout attacks? [/b] Results overall were expressed as a median. Before the study, participants had at least two attacks in the preceding four months. Median monthly attacks before the study were After it, attacks fell to The fall in the number of gout attacks occurred in all except one patient. The exception participant had shorter and less severe attacks. Eight of the 13 did not have a gout attack during the four month study period, although as mentioned, they had all had at least two in the previous four months and, as noted above, the median was 1 a month, or one attack a fortnight, (every two weeks).
[i] NB. The contents of this article contain medical information not medical advice. Please always discuss remedies with your doctor or other health care professional before implementing any treatment.[/i]
The study can be found online if you search "Beneficial effects of weight loss associated with moderate calorie/carbohydrate restriction, and increased proportional intake of protein and unsaturated fat on serum urate and lipoprotein levels in gout: a pilot study." Copy and paste this into a search engine search box and hit enter. Using the intuition I had on Cure Gout, I thought that writing this article would indeed be worth the trouble. Most of the relevant information on Cure Gout has been included here.
[list][*][b] AFTER ONE YEAR [/b] About a year later, five of nine patients had no more gout attacks and three had just one attack.[*]So there was a further decrease in attack frequency overall.[*]One patient gained weight after the end of the study.[*]He must have given up on the diet.[*]He suffered three attacks over three months.[*]His blood uric acid levels rose with his weight.[*]One participant did not have a raised UA level before the start.[*]It was about 5.9mg/dL.[*]But we already know that gout can occur in people with normal uric acid levels, so this was not unusual.[/list]
Were the study patients taking long term medications, such as Allopurinol, for their gout? They were not. They were only taking medications for gout attacks. The study report did not say how much water they drank. Most gout sufferers know that drinking lots of water helps to remove uric acid. In gout treatment there are always caveats. The study was small. Only 13 male gout sufferers. The study lasted just four months, although there were follow-up results after one year (median). The researchers noted a connection between weight loss and a fall in uric acid levels in another study and expected the nutrient proportions (40:30: contributed to the uric acid fall. They thought that the dietary measures caused the desired improvement in insulin sensitivity. An idle brain, is a devil's workshop they say. Using this ideology in mind, we ventured to write on Cure Gout, so that something productive would be achieved of our minds. :o.
[size=large][b]Note Especially that the Mean Uric Acid (UA) Fall Was[/b][/size][hr]7mg/dL. In a couple of cases it fell by 2 mg/dL and by 5mg/dL respectively. Hyperuricemia, (excess uric acid), which may lead to gout, is reckoned to exist if the UA levels exceed 2 mg/dL (men), and 0 mg/dL (women). The usual UA target in gout treatment is 0 mg/dL (somewhat less in women) because at this level the MSU crystals, formed mainly from uric acid may dissolve. (It is the immune system's response to these crystals, which it regards as foreign bodies, which causes the pain and inflammation of gout).
This study, based on the Zone diet, did have a positive effect on markers of insulin resistance: triglycerides, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol) fell. HDL cholesterol ("good" cholesterol) did not fall. But my purpose in this article is mainly to describe its direct effect on uric acid levels and gout attacks.
[size=medium][b]How To Lower Cholesterol Level[/b][/size]
So a fall of 1.7 mg/dL, given these numbers, is quite significant, although you should note that many gout sufferers have UA levels much higher than 7.2 mg/dL, and some gout sufferers do not have excess uric acid. Writing something about Cure Gout seemed to be something illogical in the beginning. However, with the progress of matter, it seemed logical. Matter just started pouring in, to give you this finished product.
[list][*][i] In the study report, uric acid levels were expressed as mmol/l.[*]In this article I have converted these mmol/l numbers to mg/dL, which is a more frequently used measurement. [/i][*]Uricinex claims to reduce, and sometimes completely eliminate pain and swelling caused by gout.[*]It does this thanks to a proprietary blend that reduces the level of Uric Acid.[*]Micronutra, the makers of Uricinex, claims that this is all achieved naturally, without the side effects of prescription drugs.[*]In addition, Urinex touts a high level of success, shown in an independent clinical study. [/list]
[size=large][b]So How Does Uricinex Stack Up Against Its Own Claims?[/b][/size][hr]According to numerous testimonials, Uricinex does provide relief, sometimes within 72 hours. This pain relief appears to be caused by liquefying the crystallized uric acid that has formed in the joints. This is the cause of pain for gout sufferers. This liquid uric acid can then be expelled through urination. So on this count, Uricinex does appear to be very legitimate. Go ahead and read this article on Gout. We would also appreciate it if you could give us an analysis on it for us to make any needed changes to it.
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[size=medium][b]1200 C1035801 Gout Video Patient[/b][/size]
[size=large][b]Uricinex Boasts an All-Natural Composition With No Side Effects[/b][/size][hr]From a partial list of ingredients on the company's website, the main ingredients are derived from Yucca (a plant), Artichokes, Turmeric (a member of the ginger family), and Sylmarin (Milk Thistle). These ingredients are indeed natural. However the complete list of ingredients is not available for review. As for the side effects, research into similar products shows that a very small percentage of users (one half of 1%) have manor upset stomach symptoms. They are told to take the supplements with a meal to alleviate this problem. Again, this has not been reported for Uricinex, but for similar products on the market. The number of affected people is so small and not directly attributed to Uricinex use that we can believe the claim. We worked as diligently as an owl in producing this composition on Gout Natural. So only if you do read it, and appreciate its contents will we feel our efforts haven't gone in vain.
[list][*]This quick review has outlined a few of the key points to look for when considering Uricinex as a supplement for gout pain relief.[*]Most of its claims appear to be legitimate and the product seems to do exactly what it claims.[*]More research should be done to backup the claims, but in general, I recommend Uricinex.[/list]
[size=large][b]Micronutria Uses a 30-Day Independent Clinical Study as Support for Its Effectiveness[/b][/size][hr]The study claims that people who took two pills, three times a day reported positive results 97.7 % of the time. 94.2% reported that their pain was completely done. While these are impressive numbers, it is important to note that only 36 people took part in this study. This is by no means an exhaustive research into the benefits and possible side effects of Uricinex. More should be done to validate the claims made about this product.
[list][*]Sufferers from gout, a debilitating and painful condition, often take several prescription medicines to combat this disease.[*]These medications often leave patients with side effects that include impaired liver functions.[*]Many of those afflicted by gout turn to natural supplements to replace/enhance their prescription treatments.[*]Uricinex is one of the most popular of these natural supplements.[/list]
[size=large][b]The Old Clich' that You are What You Eat is Quite True[/b][/size][hr]Many people suffer from certain health conditions that even though may not be cured, can be controlled through your diet. All foods have certain qualities that affect the body in different ways. Nutrients are broken down and used in different ways, allowing your body to use them how it desires.
[list][*]<hr> [b]Diet Experimentation[/b] Working in restaurants my entire life has given me the ability to cook and lots of food knowledge.[*]I took this info to the grocery store.[*]I discovered an excellent organic food store one city over.[*]What organics offer is purity.[*]The foods are not shelf stable for long as long as those in the conventional grocery stores, but I don't care.[*]I know what is in the food.[*]A red pepper is made from pepper plants grown in organic soil with no preservative chemicals or wax coatings.[*]My grocery bills are a little more expensive, but the health care costs I avoid offset the difference.[*]This is the counterpart to our previous paragraph on Gout Arthritis.[*]Please read that paragraph to get a better understanding to this paragraph. [*]<hr> [b]Reveal Your Food Aids[/b] <hr> The body really does have the ability to heal itself; you just have to let it.[*]Capsaicin, which is found in peppers from the bell variety to jalape'o to chilies, is noted to help soothe inflammation from arthritis.[*]They will work from the inside or the outside in paste form.[*]There are foods that will work to help whatever ails you.[*]It was with great optimism that we started out on writing this composition on Purines.[*]Please don't let us lose this optimism. [*]<hr> I refuse to take a prescription drug for the rest of my life.[*]I don't even like to take aspirin.[*]How can I change my diet without eliminating my favorite foods?[*]Patience was exercised in this article on Uric Acid.[*]Without patience, it would not have been possible to write extensively on Uric Acid. [*]<hr> Through my experimentation with food, I realized that I really didn't need to change my diet.[*]My gout is caused from nitrates and other chemicals that are used to preserve red meat, bacon, and other foods.[*]All natural bacon that is not preserved with nitrates does not affect the gout.[*]I used to feel it coming on as I ate the old foods. [*]<hr> In the initial trip to the doctor's office, I was diagnosed with gout.[*]All the usual symptoms.[*]I could either wait it out or take a pill everyday to control it.[*]The culprit is purines in foods, and the kidneys' inability to eliminate uric acid which comes from purines in the digestive process.[*]Purines are found in red meat, bacon, beer, red wine, pastas, and everything else I enjoy on a regular basis.[*]The list is quite long.[*]We have actually followed a certain pattern while writing on Gouty Arthritis.[*]We have used simple words and sentences to facilitate easy understanding for the reader.[*]<hr> Any lesson to be learned is experimentation.[*]Many of us are too quick to accept the prescription drug in our lives, but there are too many side effects.[*]They are hard on the body and the digestive system, which can create more problems.[*]A simple diet is better.[*]Penetration into the world of Purines Foods proved to be our idea in this article.[*]Read the article and see if we have succeeded in this or not![*]<hr> Herbs have been forever rumored to help your body reach its full potential, but they are not the only answer.[*]Your grocery list has foods on them that can help whatever ails you, but you'll want to alter them just a little.[*]Many of the foods we eat are processed, but they are really over processed.[*]Chemical additives are in the foods, but you might not even know it.[*]The Food and Drug Administration's restrictions on food labeling might be a little more lax than you thought.[/list]
<hr> Ingredients need to be listed on the nutrit ional facts label on food packaging, but ingredients that make up the ingredients don't necessarily get listed. This can create problems if you are trying to avoid certain substances for health reasons. :o.
[list][*]<hr> [b]How Gout was Controlled Through Healthy Foods[/b] <hr> My story has taken place over the last twenty two months.[*]I was faced with gout as a twenty five year old, much younger than the average male dealing with it.[*]Gout is a form of arthritis that affects the joints like the big toe, ankles, and knees.[*]My gout affected both of my big toes.[*]Gouty arthritis is a very painful condition; a bed sheet is too heavy to be placed on the toe.[*]The toe swells and it is nearly impossible to walk, let alone wear shoes.[*]It comes on without warning, lasting up to two weeks.[*]We consider that we have only touched the perimeter of information available on Gouty.[*]There is still a lot more to be learnt![/list]
[size=large][b]Some Genetic Diseases Affect the Breakdown of Uric Acid and Also Cause It to Build Up[/b][/size][hr]Other causes include exposure to lead, foods high animal protein, some medications, obesity, excess alcohol or foods rich in purines. Some foods that cause gout are organ meats such as liver, brain and kidneys. Other foods include herring, anchovies, peas and dried beans. Alcohol affects the elimination of uric acid especially when taken in excess. Using the intuition I had on Foods Gout, I thought that writing this article would indeed be worth the trouble. Most of the relevant information on Foods Gout has been included here.
[list][*]Low carbohydrate diets, especially when very protein rich and with inadequate water intake can also cause gout.[*]A family history of gout may also predispose a person towards getting it.[*]An idle brain, is a devil's workshop they say.[*]Using this ideology in mind, we ventured to write on Purines Foods, so that something productive would be achieved of our minds. [/list]
Medications such as diuretics (which help the kidney eliminate more urine) or aspirin cause gout. And people who have had an organ transplant are prone to gout. Patients on numerous medicines should talk to their healthcare provider to see if there are interactions between medicine and if an alternate drug may help. The common vitamin niacin can also trigger gout.
Quote:[list][*][b] This is the second article of a series about this diet.[*]Please see Natural Gout Treatment - The Rules Of A Gout Diet That Had A Lot Of Success, for the first article.[/b] [/list]
[list][*]The results were sufficiently impressive to give hope and encouragement to any gout sufferer who tries this diet as accurately as possible.[*]The study was conducted in 1999.[*]Unfortunately it has not been followed up by a much larger one designed on the same lines.[*]If conducted, such a study would expand our knowledge of natural gout treatment, perhaps considerably.[*]A natural gout cure is what most gout sufferers want.[*]We were a bit tentative when embarking on this project on Natural Gout Treatment.[*]However, using the grit and determination we have, we have produced some fine reading material on Natural Gout Treatment. [/list]
[b] And gout attacks? [/b] Results overall were expressed as a median. Before the study, participants had at least two attacks in the preceding four months. Median monthly attacks before the study were After it, attacks fell to The fall in the number of gout attacks occurred in all except one patient. The exception participant had shorter and less severe attacks. Eight of the 13 did not have a gout attack during the four month study period, although as mentioned, they had all had at least two in the previous four months and, as noted above, the median was 1 a month, or one attack a fortnight, (every two weeks).
[i] NB. The contents of this article contain medical information not medical advice. Please always discuss remedies with your doctor or other health care professional before implementing any treatment.[/i]
The study can be found online if you search "Beneficial effects of weight loss associated with moderate calorie/carbohydrate restriction, and increased proportional intake of protein and unsaturated fat on serum urate and lipoprotein levels in gout: a pilot study." Copy and paste this into a search engine search box and hit enter. Using the intuition I had on Cure Gout, I thought that writing this article would indeed be worth the trouble. Most of the relevant information on Cure Gout has been included here.
[list][*][b] AFTER ONE YEAR [/b] About a year later, five of nine patients had no more gout attacks and three had just one attack.[*]So there was a further decrease in attack frequency overall.[*]One patient gained weight after the end of the study.[*]He must have given up on the diet.[*]He suffered three attacks over three months.[*]His blood uric acid levels rose with his weight.[*]One participant did not have a raised UA level before the start.[*]It was about 5.9mg/dL.[*]But we already know that gout can occur in people with normal uric acid levels, so this was not unusual.[/list]
Were the study patients taking long term medications, such as Allopurinol, for their gout? They were not. They were only taking medications for gout attacks. The study report did not say how much water they drank. Most gout sufferers know that drinking lots of water helps to remove uric acid. In gout treatment there are always caveats. The study was small. Only 13 male gout sufferers. The study lasted just four months, although there were follow-up results after one year (median). The researchers noted a connection between weight loss and a fall in uric acid levels in another study and expected the nutrient proportions (40:30: contributed to the uric acid fall. They thought that the dietary measures caused the desired improvement in insulin sensitivity. An idle brain, is a devil's workshop they say. Using this ideology in mind, we ventured to write on Cure Gout, so that something productive would be achieved of our minds. :o.
[size=large][b]Note Especially that the Mean Uric Acid (UA) Fall Was[/b][/size][hr]7mg/dL. In a couple of cases it fell by 2 mg/dL and by 5mg/dL respectively. Hyperuricemia, (excess uric acid), which may lead to gout, is reckoned to exist if the UA levels exceed 2 mg/dL (men), and 0 mg/dL (women). The usual UA target in gout treatment is 0 mg/dL (somewhat less in women) because at this level the MSU crystals, formed mainly from uric acid may dissolve. (It is the immune system's response to these crystals, which it regards as foreign bodies, which causes the pain and inflammation of gout).
This study, based on the Zone diet, did have a positive effect on markers of insulin resistance: triglycerides, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol) fell. HDL cholesterol ("good" cholesterol) did not fall. But my purpose in this article is mainly to describe its direct effect on uric acid levels and gout attacks.
[size=medium][b]How To Lower Cholesterol Level[/b][/size]
So a fall of 1.7 mg/dL, given these numbers, is quite significant, although you should note that many gout sufferers have UA levels much higher than 7.2 mg/dL, and some gout sufferers do not have excess uric acid. Writing something about Cure Gout seemed to be something illogical in the beginning. However, with the progress of matter, it seemed logical. Matter just started pouring in, to give you this finished product.
[list][*][i] In the study report, uric acid levels were expressed as mmol/l.[*]In this article I have converted these mmol/l numbers to mg/dL, which is a more frequently used measurement. [/i][*]Uricinex claims to reduce, and sometimes completely eliminate pain and swelling caused by gout.[*]It does this thanks to a proprietary blend that reduces the level of Uric Acid.[*]Micronutra, the makers of Uricinex, claims that this is all achieved naturally, without the side effects of prescription drugs.[*]In addition, Urinex touts a high level of success, shown in an independent clinical study. [/list]
[size=large][b]So How Does Uricinex Stack Up Against Its Own Claims?[/b][/size][hr]According to numerous testimonials, Uricinex does provide relief, sometimes within 72 hours. This pain relief appears to be caused by liquefying the crystallized uric acid that has formed in the joints. This is the cause of pain for gout sufferers. This liquid uric acid can then be expelled through urination. So on this count, Uricinex does appear to be very legitimate. Go ahead and read this article on Gout. We would also appreciate it if you could give us an analysis on it for us to make any needed changes to it.
[Image: https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/979/imgs/C.jpeg]
[size=medium][b]1200 C1035801 Gout Video Patient[/b][/size]
[size=large][b]Uricinex Boasts an All-Natural Composition With No Side Effects[/b][/size][hr]From a partial list of ingredients on the company's website, the main ingredients are derived from Yucca (a plant), Artichokes, Turmeric (a member of the ginger family), and Sylmarin (Milk Thistle). These ingredients are indeed natural. However the complete list of ingredients is not available for review. As for the side effects, research into similar products shows that a very small percentage of users (one half of 1%) have manor upset stomach symptoms. They are told to take the supplements with a meal to alleviate this problem. Again, this has not been reported for Uricinex, but for similar products on the market. The number of affected people is so small and not directly attributed to Uricinex use that we can believe the claim. We worked as diligently as an owl in producing this composition on Gout Natural. So only if you do read it, and appreciate its contents will we feel our efforts haven't gone in vain.
[list][*]This quick review has outlined a few of the key points to look for when considering Uricinex as a supplement for gout pain relief.[*]Most of its claims appear to be legitimate and the product seems to do exactly what it claims.[*]More research should be done to backup the claims, but in general, I recommend Uricinex.[/list]
[size=large][b]Micronutria Uses a 30-Day Independent Clinical Study as Support for Its Effectiveness[/b][/size][hr]The study claims that people who took two pills, three times a day reported positive results 97.7 % of the time. 94.2% reported that their pain was completely done. While these are impressive numbers, it is important to note that only 36 people took part in this study. This is by no means an exhaustive research into the benefits and possible side effects of Uricinex. More should be done to validate the claims made about this product.
[list][*]Sufferers from gout, a debilitating and painful condition, often take several prescription medicines to combat this disease.[*]These medications often leave patients with side effects that include impaired liver functions.[*]Many of those afflicted by gout turn to natural supplements to replace/enhance their prescription treatments.[*]Uricinex is one of the most popular of these natural supplements.[/list]
[size=large][b]The Old Clich' that You are What You Eat is Quite True[/b][/size][hr]Many people suffer from certain health conditions that even though may not be cured, can be controlled through your diet. All foods have certain qualities that affect the body in different ways. Nutrients are broken down and used in different ways, allowing your body to use them how it desires.
[list][*]<hr> [b]Diet Experimentation[/b] Working in restaurants my entire life has given me the ability to cook and lots of food knowledge.[*]I took this info to the grocery store.[*]I discovered an excellent organic food store one city over.[*]What organics offer is purity.[*]The foods are not shelf stable for long as long as those in the conventional grocery stores, but I don't care.[*]I know what is in the food.[*]A red pepper is made from pepper plants grown in organic soil with no preservative chemicals or wax coatings.[*]My grocery bills are a little more expensive, but the health care costs I avoid offset the difference.[*]This is the counterpart to our previous paragraph on Gout Arthritis.[*]Please read that paragraph to get a better understanding to this paragraph. [*]<hr> [b]Reveal Your Food Aids[/b] <hr> The body really does have the ability to heal itself; you just have to let it.[*]Capsaicin, which is found in peppers from the bell variety to jalape'o to chilies, is noted to help soothe inflammation from arthritis.[*]They will work from the inside or the outside in paste form.[*]There are foods that will work to help whatever ails you.[*]It was with great optimism that we started out on writing this composition on Purines.[*]Please don't let us lose this optimism. [*]<hr> I refuse to take a prescription drug for the rest of my life.[*]I don't even like to take aspirin.[*]How can I change my diet without eliminating my favorite foods?[*]Patience was exercised in this article on Uric Acid.[*]Without patience, it would not have been possible to write extensively on Uric Acid. [*]<hr> Through my experimentation with food, I realized that I really didn't need to change my diet.[*]My gout is caused from nitrates and other chemicals that are used to preserve red meat, bacon, and other foods.[*]All natural bacon that is not preserved with nitrates does not affect the gout.[*]I used to feel it coming on as I ate the old foods. [*]<hr> In the initial trip to the doctor's office, I was diagnosed with gout.[*]All the usual symptoms.[*]I could either wait it out or take a pill everyday to control it.[*]The culprit is purines in foods, and the kidneys' inability to eliminate uric acid which comes from purines in the digestive process.[*]Purines are found in red meat, bacon, beer, red wine, pastas, and everything else I enjoy on a regular basis.[*]The list is quite long.[*]We have actually followed a certain pattern while writing on Gouty Arthritis.[*]We have used simple words and sentences to facilitate easy understanding for the reader.[*]<hr> Any lesson to be learned is experimentation.[*]Many of us are too quick to accept the prescription drug in our lives, but there are too many side effects.[*]They are hard on the body and the digestive system, which can create more problems.[*]A simple diet is better.[*]Penetration into the world of Purines Foods proved to be our idea in this article.[*]Read the article and see if we have succeeded in this or not![*]<hr> Herbs have been forever rumored to help your body reach its full potential, but they are not the only answer.[*]Your grocery list has foods on them that can help whatever ails you, but you'll want to alter them just a little.[*]Many of the foods we eat are processed, but they are really over processed.[*]Chemical additives are in the foods, but you might not even know it.[*]The Food and Drug Administration's restrictions on food labeling might be a little more lax than you thought.[/list]
<hr> Ingredients need to be listed on the nutrit ional facts label on food packaging, but ingredients that make up the ingredients don't necessarily get listed. This can create problems if you are trying to avoid certain substances for health reasons. :o.
[list][*]<hr> [b]How Gout was Controlled Through Healthy Foods[/b] <hr> My story has taken place over the last twenty two months.[*]I was faced with gout as a twenty five year old, much younger than the average male dealing with it.[*]Gout is a form of arthritis that affects the joints like the big toe, ankles, and knees.[*]My gout affected both of my big toes.[*]Gouty arthritis is a very painful condition; a bed sheet is too heavy to be placed on the toe.[*]The toe swells and it is nearly impossible to walk, let alone wear shoes.[*]It comes on without warning, lasting up to two weeks.[*]We consider that we have only touched the perimeter of information available on Gouty.[*]There is still a lot more to be learnt![/list]