Big toe with gout, typical swelling, inflamation and skin peeling

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Gout is a form of arthritis that particularly attacks joints in the foot. It is an extremely painful ailment. This used to be thought of as a disease of the rich as it was supposed to be triggered by an excess of Port wine and rich food. It is caused by uric acid crystals forming on the joints.

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Location: Brentwood, Essex, United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Ian Davidson / Alamy / Afripics
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