Gout is a form of painful arthritis that affects more men than women. Gout is caused by excessive levels of uric acid, a body's natural waste product, in the blood. These crystals form around the joints and become uric acid crystals. These crystals can cause inflammation and pain in the joints. Gout usually starts with the big toe and other foot joints. Gout can also affect the elbow, ankle, knee, wrist, hand and knee joints. Gout attacks can last for…