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When someone is has gout When the pain on the swollen toe goes away Does that person still has gout?
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Dear gout is a disease which requires detailed evaluation and imaging to confirm that diagnosis. If confirmed you need medication for life time. It is like diabetes you can damage your joints and kidneys if gout is uncontrolled.
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