Gout is a specialized form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by the accumulation of monosodium urate crystals within the joint capsule.
This occurs when the body either produces too much uric acid—a byproduct of breaking down purines—or when the kidneys fail to excrete it efficiently.
These needle-like crystals trigger an intense immune response, leading to the “flare-ups” associated with extreme pain and swelling.
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