Not every ache in the knees or swelling in the toes is arthritis. We throw the word around so casually that it has become a bucket for all joint pain. But let’s pause. Sometimes, what feels like ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and gout have a lot in common. Doctors consider them types of arthritis. That means that both cause swelling, pain, and stiffness in joints. But there are important ...

A form of arthritis that often surfaces suddenly with severe joint pain, gout is the result of too much uric acid in the body. Whether this excess acid is due to lifestyle choices, medical conditions ...

Many mistake gout for arthritis, delaying proper treatment and worsening the condition. Gout, caused by uric acid crystal buildup, manifests as sudden, intense pain, often in the big toe, while ...