M14: Arthropathies in other diseases classified elsewhere
M14.0: Gouty arthropathy due to enzyme defects and other inherited disorders
Gouty arthropathy due to enzyme defects and other inherited disorders is a specific type of gout, a condition that's known for causing sudden and severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness in the joints, often at the base of the big toe. This form of gout arises as a result of certain inherited disorders, including enzyme defects, that alter the body's uric acid metabolism. Uric acid is a waste product usually passed out of the body in urine. However, in gout, uric acid builds up and forms sharp crystals in a joint, causing severe pain and inflammation. This condition typically presents in episodes, or "flares," followed by periods without symptoms, known as "remission." Over time, if untreated, these flares may become more frequent and the condition can cause permanent damage to the joints and kidneys.
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