Anyone ever had Gout?

I would not wish this upon anyone but last week I had a bout with Gout. Man O man that was excruciatingly painful. Wobbled to the bathroom only to find myself stuck there and I thought, "Dear God, I can't move, I am going to spend the rest of my days in the bathroom". It was terrifying to say the least. I had a kidney stone back in 97, and I thought that was unbearable, Gout takes the cake. Had to drastically change my diet from meats to fruit, veggies and dairy and drink an ocean of water.

Has anyone out there experience this?

I did look at it, but saw nothing on Gout. Thanks for the link though.

As I did some study online tonight, I think this may not be gout after all. The reason being is that when I stand up and put pressure on my arches it feels better, but when I lie down it starts to pulsate pain. I just pray that it's nothing more than just a fracture.

I know that this is an odd thread, but I put this here because I am concerned over this condition and I am asking for prayer. I am praying too, but I know that corporate prayer is very beneficial.

Thanksl