Goutis a form of arthritis that can affect nearly any joint in the body.
Symptoms can come about suddenly and intensely.
Symptoms can be so severe at times that they contribute to poor sleep.
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This article will focus on the hypotheses on nighttime gout attacks and the ways to combat them.
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Gout and Nighttime Pain: Whats the Link?
The exact link between gout and nighttime pain remains unclear, but it’s common.
Symptoms can begin suddenly and become very severe.
Cold compresses to the affected joint may also be beneficial.
Proper daily management of gout will also help decrease the incidence of flare-ups, times when symptom activity increases.
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