Conditions That Mimic Rheumatoid Arthritis
By The HealthCentral Editorial Team
Gout

In gouty arthritis, the joint can become red, swollen and extremely tender to the touch. Typically, even a bed sheet brushing against the joint will trigger intense pain. However, gout is characterized by too much uric acid in the blood and tissues.

By The HealthCentral Editorial Team— Last Modified: 05/14/2013, First Published: 06/10/2011