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Bunions
A bunion is when your big toe points toward the second toe. This causes a bump on the inside edge of your toe.Bunions occur more commonly in women and can sometimes run in families.
Source:ADAM
Date:March 4, 2009
Bunion
A bunion is an abnormal enlargement of the joint(the first metatarsophalangeal joint, or MTPJ) at the base of the great or big toe(hallux). It is caused by inflammation and usually results from chronic irritation and pressure from poorly fitting f...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
What Are Bunions?
The bone at the base of your big toe connects to a bone in the ball of your foot. The joint is where the two bones connect. Normally, the two bones lie almost in a straight line, with your big toe pointing straight ahead. But sometimes the big toe starts to turn in towards the smaller toes. This pushes the joint out to the side, causing a bony bump called a bunion. Bunions can be mild, moderate, or severe.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003

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Bunion
A bunion is an abnormal enlargement of the joint(the first metatarsophalangeal joint, or MTPJ) at the base of the great or big toe(hallux). It is caused by inflammation and usually results from chronic irritation and pressure from poorly fitting f...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Treating Bunions
Bunions don't go away. Wwearing shoes that fit properly will often relieve the pain. Bunions that remain painful may need surgery.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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