Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
podagra
noun
/pəʊˈdeɪɡrə/
Definition
A type of gout that affects the big toe.
Examples
- After indulging in a rich feast, he experienced a painful episode of podagra.
- Doctors often warn patients with high uric acid levels to be cautious of podagra.
- She couldn’t walk properly due to a severe case of podagra in her left foot.
Meaning
Podagra is specifically characterized by sudden attacks of pain, redness, and swelling in the joint of the big toe.
Synonyms
- Gout
- Arthritis
