What's a bunion, in regards to feet?!


Question: What's a bunion, in regards to feet!?
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The common bunion is a localized area of enlargement of the inner portion of the joint at the base of the big toe!. The enlargement actually represents additional bone formation, often in combination with a misalignment of the big toe!. The normal position of the big toe (straight forward) becomes outward-directed toward the smaller toes!. The enlarged joint at the base of the big toe (the first metatarsophalangeal joint) can become inflamed with redness, tenderness, and pain!. A small fluid-filled sac (bursa) adjacent to the joint can also become inflamed (bursitis) leading to additional swelling, redness, and pain!.

A less common bunion is located at the joint at the base of the smallest (fifth) toe!. This bunion is sometimes referred to as a tailor's bunion!.

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A bunion is a bone in the toe that is malformed!. Www@Answer-Health@Com





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