Category Archives: Muscle and Bone Disorders

Signs and Symptoms of Gout

Posted on February 15, 2008 by steve

What is this Condition? Gout is a metabolic disease marked by localized deposits of uric acid salts that are normally excreted through the kidneys. The deposits cause painfully arthritic joints. Gout usually strikes the feet and legs of men over … Continue reading →

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Causes and Some of the Symptoms of Hammer Toe

Posted on September 14, 2007 by steve

What is this Condition? In hammer toe, the big toe becomes crooked at the joint where it lines up with the other toes. The end of the bone is enlarged and a bunion (inflamed, thickened toe joint tissues) forms where … Continue reading →

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