Gout is a painful form of arthritis caused by high uric acid levels that form sharp crystals in the joints, leading to swelling, stiffness, and intense discomfort. While genetics and medical ...

October 2, 2012 — New gout guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology are meant to improve gout management by providing clinicians with clear, readily implemented guidance on urate-lowering ...

Dear Dr. Donohue • Will you give me information on the low-purine diet for gout? — C.J. Answer • Years ago, before effective gout medicines were available, diet was the major treatment for gout. Now, ...

Dear Dr. Douma: I'm 74 years old and both big toes are painful. My doctor told me that I have gout, but not much else. What causes gout? Can a change in diet help? -- B.W., Montclair, Calif. Answer: ...

Research shows that a common gout medication may help reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with gout.

Natalie McCormick, PhD, of the Rheumatology and Allergy Clinical Epidemiology Research (RACER) Center within the Division of ...