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I am a male i have a small bunion is it okay to wait until the end of my school year to undergo surgery it isn't severe? year just started
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YES: Yes, it's ok to wait. I would advise seeing a podiatrist to discuss your options, surgical and non-surgical. Go to abfas.org to find a board certified podiatrist in your area.
Answered 1/18/2019
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