New Delhi, April 28 -- Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that usually affects one joint at a time. It is generally the big toe joint, and it is very painful. It is often associated with diabetes, a long-term medical condition in which the blood glucose levels shoot up. The two are different health conditions, but they share a close relationship. It is not just that there is no cure for gout or diabetes. The link between the two goes deeper. You may be wondering if gout can lead to diabetes and vice-versa. Read on to know the connection between gout and diabetes.

What is gout?

It is a complex form of inflammatory arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints, says internal medicine expert Dr Kundan Khamk...