Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MD Fact checked by Khara Scheppmann Swelling in the ankles and feet is a common problem.

swelling, and redness. Attacks of gout often come on suddenly and can be triggered by certain foods or dehydration. Arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis, also affects the big toe joint by ...

As the angle of your big toe worsens, the joint may become red and swollen, and start to ache. Pain can occur in the joint and under the ball of your foot. Smaller bunions, called bunionettes or ...

Symptoms include sudden severe pain in a joint, often the big toe, as well as hot, swollen, red skin over the affected joint. Now a new study, led by researchers at the University of Otago in New ...