| Before we talk about treatment, let's start with a discussion about the human body and about your medical condition.
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Your doctor has recommended that you undergo surgery to remove a bunion. |
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But what does that actually mean? |
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A bunion is caused when the metatarsal bone in the big toe gradually shifts towards the second toe. |
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This shift causes a bump at the inside of the big toe's first joint. |
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As a bunion grows, it can lead to other painful foot problems, including hammertoes, calluses on the bottom of the foot and arch pain. |
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Bunions are largely hereditary, but they can effect anyone. Even a small instability in the bones of the big toe can trigger the growth of a bunion. |
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A bunion does not generally lead to other health problems, but left untreated it can eventually limit the ability to walk. |
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Luckily, bunions can be treated with a fairly simple surgical procedure. |
So make sure that you ask your doctor to carefully explain the reasons behind this recommendation. |
