Bunyon vs. Bunion

Bunyonnoun

An enlargement and inflammation of a small membranous sac (one of the bursæ muscosæ), usually occurring on the first joint of the great toe.

Bunionnoun

(pathology) A bump or bulge on the first joint of the big toe caused by the swelling of a sac of fluid under the skin.

Bunionnoun

Hallux valgus, deviation of the big toe from its normal position towards the other toes, the prime cause for the swelling of its first joint.

Bunionnoun

Same as Bunyon.

Bunionnoun

a painful swelling of the bursa of the first joint of the big toe

Bunion

A bunion, also known as hallux valgus, is a deformity of the joint connecting the big toe to the foot. The big toe often bends towards the other toes and the joint becomes red and painful.