Are you certain it was gout? I believe I had it a couple of times, but never went to the doctor to confirm. I could walk, carefully, but could not put any weight on the ball of my foot. No way could I have officiated, but as long as I sat still I was ok. On the other hand, I've talked to others who had it, and said it hurt BAD ALL THE TIME. One guy said he could not stand for the sheet on his bed to touch his foot.
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I swear, Gus, you'd argue with a possum.
It'd be easier than arguing with you, Woodrow.
Lonesome Dove
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