My increase in protien to 300+ grams a day appeared to have given me gout on my toe. Its red and swollen and is giving off heat. I researched it and it looks for sure like what it is. It got so bad I took a 22G pin and popped it. The puss went squirting about 2 feet....felt better. My question is, has anyone had these same problems due to excessive protein? damn it hurts