How long it takes for the swelling in the feet caused by gout to subside on its own depends on the patient’s condition and cannot be generalized. Gout is somewhat self-healing during acute arthritic episodes, but overall, it is a lifelong metabolic rheumatic disease that is not curable and usually requires lifelong treatment and regular follow-up. Acute attacks of gouty arthritis may result in swollen feet. If the patient’s symptoms are mild, they usually resolve on their own within 3 days or so, and joint function can generally be restored, and the swelling and pain can completely subside. However, the disease is prone to recurrent attacks, and as gout attacks become more frequent, the duration of symptoms will become longer and longer, and some patients will need 10 days or more for the swelling to subside on its own, or even recurrent arthritis to become chronic arthritis. If a gout patient has swollen feet, it is recommended to apply anti-inflammatory painkillers, such as diclofenac sodium extended-release tablets and meloxicam, as soon as possible to relieve the pain and discomfort.