Gout

Gout Treatment in Frisco, TX

Gout is a painful form of inflammatory arthritis that commonly affects the big toe, foot, or ankle. Dr. Woojung Lee, a board-certified podiatrist in Frisco, TX, provides prompt evaluation and personalized treatment to relieve gout pain and help prevent future flare-ups.

What Causes Gout?

Gout develops when uric acid builds up in the body and forms sharp crystals inside a joint. These crystals can trigger sudden inflammation, often causing intense pain, redness, warmth, swelling, and tenderness. A gout attack may begin without warning, frequently at night.

Common Symptoms

Symptoms of gout may include:

• Sudden, severe joint pain

• Redness, warmth, and swelling

• Extreme tenderness, even from light pressure

• Difficulty walking or wearing shoes

• Recurring attacks in the big toe, foot, or ankle

Because gout can resemble an infection or another joint condition, an accurate diagnosis is important.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Dr. Lee will evaluate your symptoms, medical history, and affected joint. Testing may include on-site digital X-rays, laboratory studies, or joint-fluid analysis when appropriate.

Treatment focuses on reducing pain and inflammation during an active attack. Depending on your condition, care may include medication, immobilization, footwear modifications, or a corticosteroid injection. Patients with recurring gout may also need coordinated care with their primary care physician or rheumatologist to manage uric acid levels and reduce future attacks.

Schedule a Gout Evaluation

Do not ignore a red, swollen, or extremely painful joint. Contact our Frisco podiatry office for an evaluation and personalized gout treatment.