Gout is a medical condition characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness, and tenderness in the joints - often in the big toe, but it can affect other joints such as the ankles, knees, elbows, wrists, and fingers. This guidebook highlights essential information that you need to know about gout such as: the risk factors and causes of gout; symptoms of gout; diagnosis of gout; foods that contribute to gout; best foods for gout prevention; medical treatments for gout; and best herbal remedies to help manage gout.