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Been having toe pain. i dance and run and have had bunions forever. it's become inflamed, red, and bruised slightly below the joint. pressure hurts. ?

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Please see below: Please modify your life style. If you wear hills or tight shoe, they are not good.

Answered 4/1/2014

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Bunions can...: Become painful, inflamed( tender to touch)and worse w/ activity. Bunion 'pads' may be helpful temporarily.Consult w/ your parent(s) and see an orthopedic surgeon for evaluation. Best of luck!

Answered 4/1/2014

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To reduce the : Inflamation, soak your foot in epsom salt and warm water. Make sure your shoes are not tight. Bunions are a structural deformity. Your options are shoes that accomadate them, protective cushions or pads, or surgical correction. A foot doctor can be helpful.

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