Strange Bumps and Lumps around Your Joints
Tophi are crystals of uric acid that have accumulated around a joint to form masses. Tophus formation is most prevalent in chronic gout patients. Therefore, you would likely experience joint pain, edoema, and other early symptoms well before reaching this stage. If you develop tophi, you should be aware that these deformities are not permanent. With the right preventative measures and treatment, these crystals can be dissolved.
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