Swollen foot in gout. Close-up of the reddened swollen foot of a 65-year-old female patient affected by gout. Gout is a disorder of uric acid metabolism in which crystals deposit in the joints causing painful swelling. Treatment includes anti-inflammatory drugs and drugs to lower the level of uric acid in the blood. Attacks of gout usually subside after a few days. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
Bildgröße: | 5520 px × 3680 px |
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