I'm 27, Male, and I think I may have gout in my ankle. 3-4 times a year my ankle becomes swollen, inflexible

I'm 27, Male, and I think I may have gout in my ankle. 3-4 times a year my ankle becomes swollen, inflexibleand very painful. The affected area is from the top of my foot all the way around to my achilles. I have to hop around everywhere for a few days and then the pain completely dissappears. I have gout symptoms except that it shouldn't affect anyone my age. Anyone have an alternative diagnosis or a remedy? Could it be ligament or tendon damage?

starglowshady
oh no you could have rheumtoid arthuritus get it checked out quickly!

saraanania
My husband is 34 and has the same symptoms as you. The ER doctor told him to have further testing for pseudo gout. (I don't know what the difference is). Weird. Good luck.

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