Bunion vs Tailor’s Bunion (Bunionette)

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Bunion vs Bunionette

Quick Answer: Bunion: bump on side of big toe (1st metatarsal). Tailor’s bunion (bunionette): bump on side of little toe (5th metatarsal). Both painful in narrow shoes. Both treated with wide-toe shoes, sleeves, surgery.

Different Sides

Same problem, opposite sides of foot. Treatment principles similar.

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Can I have both?

Yes — some patients have both simultaneously.

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