Section
Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders
Subject
Gout and Pseudogout
Topics
Introduction· Gout· Pseudogout
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Pronunciations
arthritis
pseudogout
Gout and pseudogout are characterized by joint inflammation (arthritis) and pain. Both disorders are caused by deposits of crystals in the joints, although the type of crystal differs.
Last full review/revision February 2008 by Daniel J. McCarty, MD
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