I noticed about a week ago that I was having a lot of pain in my left big toe, especially at nite when it felt as though circulation was restricted. Then this morning I noticed the nail was coming loose from the left big toe on the left side & it is red & swollen. Is this caused by gout & if so how can I treat this?
Hello I have studied your case, Yes this can be gout. In gout there is accumulation of uric acid crystals in joint mainly foot. This leads to swelling and redness in foot. I will advise doing blood in like complete blood count, uric acid level, X-ray foot and ankle. If uric acid is raised and gout is confirmed you need to take medication and diet restriction. Till time take analgesic and neurotrophic like methylcobalamine. For gout, you may need medicine like pyloric and, allopurinol you can start then according to blood uric acid level consulting his treating doctor. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.