Gout
Gout is a general term for conditions that involve the buildup of uric acid in the joints of the body. [5] It most commonly affects the joint of the big toe but it can occur in other parts of the body. The pain is usually sudden and severe.
Gout attacks often come and go, lasting only a few days. If left untreated, gout can become chronic and result in the formation of hard lumps called tophi in the joints and surrounding tissue. If this affects the joints of the cervical vertebrae, it can impose on the occipital nerves and cause occipital neuralgia symptoms.