A heel pain is not necessarily gout, but may also be caused by Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis and other factors.
1. Gout: gout is an inflammation caused by the deposition of urate crystals in the joints, there are no obvious symptoms during the period of remission, and in acute attacks, patients may experience severe joint pain, limited joint movement and joint redness and swelling, so patients may experience unilateral heel pain caused by gout.
2. Achilles tendonitis: Achilles tendonitis is a degenerative lesion caused by strain, mostly occurring in athletes, and patients may have symptoms of heel pain on the affected side.
3. Plantar fasciitis: aseptic inflammation may occur at the joint of plantar fascia and bony tuberosity after long time walking or running, at this time, the patient may also have heel pain symptoms, and the symptoms worsen after exercise.
A heel pain may also be caused by other reasons, it is recommended that the patient to the regular hospital rheumatology, orthopedics and other related departments for further clarification of the cause.