Question

question 25 (mandatory) (1 point)
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in acute gouty arthritis, the majority of initial attacks occur at which joint?
a) radiocarpal joint
b) first metatarsophalangeal joint
c) first metacarpophalangeal joint
d) interphalangeal joint of the foot

Explanation:

Gouty arthritis is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by the deposition of monosodium urate crystals. The first metatarsophalangeal joint (big toe joint) is the most common site for initial attacks in acute gouty arthritis. This is because the lower temperature in peripheral joints (like the big toe) promotes urate crystal deposition, and the joint is also subject to mechanical stress.

Answer:

B. first metatarsophalangeal joint