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Could This Be Gout I Have A Very Sore Middle Toe?

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Posted on Tue, 10 Dec 2024
Question: Hi, I have a very sore middle toe. It's puffy and has a ring around it like when you tie a string to tight. Very sore to touch and to bend. This is right at the joint. Could this be gout?
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (9 hours later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and here is my advice.

There is a possibility that it can be gout.
Also it can be infection of the finger.
You can upload a picture of it in reports in order that I can give you a better opinion.
Taking anti-inflammatory drugs such ibuprofen can be helpful for pain and inflammation.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.
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Could This Be Gout I Have A Very Sore Middle Toe?

Brief Answer: Please send pictur. Detailed Answer: Hello, I read your query and here is my advice. There is a possibility that it can be gout. Also it can be infection of the finger. You can upload a picture of it in reports in order that I can give you a better opinion. Taking anti-inflammatory drugs such ibuprofen can be helpful for pain and inflammation. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Thanks.