How do I know if I have gout?
Joint pain and the presence of risk factors increase the likelihood of gout. Your doctor may use the following tests to confirm a diagnosis:
- A physical examination of the joint
- Blood uric acid test
- A joint aspiration examining the fluid within a joint
- X-rays to assess any joint damage
- Validated questionnaire
Joint pain and the presence of risk factors increase the likelihood of gout. Your doctor may use the following tests to confirm a diagnosis:
- A physical examination of the joint
- Blood uric acid test
- A joint aspiration examining the fluid within a joint
- X-rays to assess any joint damage
- Validated questionnaire