Hello, Gout is a kind of arthritis. It can cause an attack of sudden burning pain, stiffness, and swelling in a joint, usually a big toe. Gout is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. The goals of treatment for gout are fast pain relief and prevention of future gout attacks and long-term complications, Being overweight increases your risk for gout. She should limit meat and seafood. Diets high in meat and seafood (high-purine foods) can raise uric acid levels.