The most common symptoms are pain, warmth, and redness of the affected joint. The pain is so bad that the slightest pressure of a bed sheet is intolerable. You may also develop a fever, chills, and fatigue. Crystals may also form outside of the joints. These collections of crystals are known as tophi.
Kidney stones are also more frequent in people with gout.
HOME CARE Section 5 of 13 Home care for gout includes elevation of the painful area. The part should be elevated above your trunk as often as possible. This allows the fluid that builds up in the painful area to drain, lessening the pain and allowing the area to heal much more quickly. If you have gout and you have had it before, contact your doctor for medications. If you experience the symptoms of gout for the first time, or if this attack is different than usual, then immediately see your doctor, or go to an Emergency Department for treatment.