What is gout Gout is a painful type of arthritis, or inflammation of joints, particularly in the big toe and knee joints. It happens as a result of hyperuricemia, or too much uric acid in the blood.

Gout attacks usually happen in a single joint, like your big toe, or your knee. Within hours, the pain and swelling can become intense. Pain relievers and anti-inflammatories are usually ...

Speaking after the race, Gout said, “I didn’t think it would come this year,” expressing disbelief at achieving his long-held goal. His post-race celebrations included dropping to one knee ...