What does tophi mean?
A type of chronic gouty tophus, a deposit of urate crystals in the skin or joints, often seen in people with long-standing gout. Tophi can be painful and may cause joint damage if left untreated.
Example
"The doctor examined the patient's hands and found several tophi on her fingers, a sign of her long-standing gout."
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