Is finger numbness and pain related to gout?
Disease description:
I have recently been experiencing numbness in my fingers, and often feel sharp pain in my joints throughout the body. Is the numbness in my fingers related to gout?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Finger numbness may be related to gout.
1. In severe cases, gout can cause joint swelling and deformity, which may compress surrounding nerve tissues, leading to numbness in the fingers. Additionally, the inflammatory response during a gout episode can stimulate nearby nerve endings, which may also cause finger numbness.
2. It should be noted that finger numbness is not necessarily caused solely by gout; it may also result from other conditions such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, when experiencing finger numbness, it is advisable to seek timely medical consultation for professional examination and diagnosis.
