09/10/2025
"Is It Really Gout? Common Conditions Often Mistaken for Gout"
Many people experience sudden joint pain and immediately think "I have gout!" But several conditions share similar symptoms. Here's what else it could be:
1. Pseudogout (Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition)
Similar sudden joint pain and swelling
Often affects knees, wrists, and ankles
Caused by calcium crystals, not uric acid
2. Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling
Usually affects multiple joints symmetrically
Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes
3. Osteoarthritis
Joint pain that worsens with activity
Gradual onset, not sudden like gout
Common in older adults
4. Septic Arthritis (Joint Infection)
Severe pain, swelling, and warmth
Fever and chills may be present
Requires immediate medical attention
5. Bursitis
Inflammation of fluid-filled sacs near joints
Pain and swelling around shoulders, elbows, or hips
Often from repetitive motion or injury
6. Tendinitis
Pain and tenderness around joints
Worsens with movement
Common in shoulders, elbows, wrists
Why Proper Diagnosis Matters:
Each condition requires different treatment! Self-diagnosing can delay proper care and worsen your condition.
At Bijendra Multispeciality Hospital, our expert rheumatologists and orthopedic specialists provide:
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Accurate diagnosis through clinical examination and tests
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Personalized treatment plans
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Advanced arthritis management
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Pain relief and mobility restoration
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