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Bunion: Metatarsophalangeal joint
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A bunion (hallux valgus) is an enlargement of bone or tissue around the joint at the base of the big toe (metatarsophalangeal joint). This results in a bump on the outside edge of this toe.
Last Updated:
March 6, 2008- Medical Review:
- William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Gavin W.G. Chalmers, DPM - Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery
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