Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gota
noun
/ɡoʊt/
Definition
A sharp pain in a joint caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals.
Examples
- He struggled to walk due to a sudden attack of gout.
- The patient was advised to change his diet to manage his gout symptoms.
Meaning
Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that typically affects the big toe, instigating swelling, redness, and intense pain.
Synonyms
- Acute arthritis
- Podagra