I was in pain. A medical professional told me I had broken bone in my foot. Went to a specialist he said it wasn’t broken but an extra bone. Told me it would need surgery. Had it scheduled and then the pain went away. Couple months later in a different spot the pain came back. Went to another doctor who said I had gout. Which I did. Just saying not all drs. Are right. I now drink a liter of high alkaline water every two days. Seems to keep it away.
Sorry you had that experience.
Doctor’s “practice” medicine. Some doctors need more practice than others I’ve learned.
Glad you have a working solution.