Sudden Swollen of Big Toe?

Sudden Swollen of Big Toe?I was in the shower this morning & I noticed my big toe was slightly swollen. Could this be from gout? I have been working out heavily, but nothing with my feet. I really don't want to get it checked out, so what can I do for a home treatment? Ice? Foot Up?
Does it usally go away on its own?
So I went to the doctor after work & she said it wasn't gout. It could be a mild sprain/strain.

patty
are u fond of eating legumes, organ meats or the like?then, that might be a gout, your right.. i think you should really see a doctor so that he can give u meds to lower your uric acid.. as for now, apply hot and cold compress alternately, with 5 mins interval. elevating your ur affected foot also helps..

if its really painful, u can take pain reliever meds..

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