Bunion Definition
A definied the staff at the Mayo Clinic: "A bunion is an abnormal, bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of your big toe. Bunions form when your big toe pushes up against your other toes, forcing your big toe joint in the opposite direction, away from normal profile of your foot. Over time, the abnormal position enlarges your big toe joint, further crowding your other toes and causing pain."
Causes of Bunions
According to the Mayo Clinic Staff - "Bunions can occur for a number of reasons, but a common cause is wearing shoes that fit too tightly. Bunions can also develop as a result of an inherited structural defect or stress on your foot or a medical condition, such as arthritis.
Smaller bunions — bunionettes — can also develop on the joint of your little toes."