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What Causes Swelling And Pain On The Toe?

I have two questions - one, my large left toe swells up occasionally. It becomes red, swollen, is painful, and is warm to the touch. Do I have gout? Is it really concerning? #2 - My doctor says I have calcium levels that are a little high - 11.1. What can cause this and what is the significance?
Wed, 18 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The most likely diagnosis for your symptoms be gout. Gout typically causes pain and swelling in the big toe. However we have to rule out other conditions also. Get your serum uric acid level analysed. Consult a rheumatologist and he will direct you accordingly. As of now you can take analgesics like ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain.

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What Causes Swelling And Pain On The Toe?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The most likely diagnosis for your symptoms be gout. Gout typically causes pain and swelling in the big toe. However we have to rule out other conditions also. Get your serum uric acid level analysed. Consult a rheumatologist and he will direct you accordingly. As of now you can take analgesics like ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.