In this video, we demystify the topic of gout. Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis,which leads to the inflammation of the joints caused by an overactive immune system.While gout primarily affects the big toe, there are many other external and internal body parts that may be affected. Seeing its growing prevalence, this topic must be highlighted more for the general public.

Timestamps:
Introduction - 00:51
What Causes Gout? - 1:39
How is gout caused by hyperuricemia? - 2:52
Signs and Symptoms - 4:22
Risk Factors - 5:13
Diagnosis - 5:50
Treatment and Management - 6:21

This video was made by McMaster University Students Mankiran Bhathal, Kritika Choudhary, Nehal Lubana, and Lida Nosrati in collaboration with the Demystifying Medicine McMaster Program.

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