Another term for gout, which is the deposition of uric acid crystals in the joint(s) of the body. The crystals cause swelling, redness, pain, and sometimes fever. The pain may be so severe that the person can not tolerate clothing touching the affected area. Uric acid is a by-product of certain foods, especially foods containing purines. It is best... Found on http://mckechnies.net/family/_references/medical.htm
Pod'a·gra noun [ Latin See Podagric .] (Medicine) Gout in the joints of the foot; - - applied also to gout in other parts of body. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/P/114