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bunionette

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bunionette /bun·ion·ette/ (bun″yun-et´) enlargement of the lateral aspect of the fifth metatarsal head.
bunionette
[bun′yənet′]
an abnormal enlargement and inflammation of the joint at the base of the small toe. Also called tailor's bunion.

bunionette [bun″yun-et´]
enlargement of the lateral aspect of the fifth metatarsal head.


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Bursitis occurring at the base of the fifth toe is called a bunionette and bursitis occurring at the side of the large toe is called a bunion.
It can also occur to the joint of your little toe which is known as bunionette.
A bunionette or Tailor''s Bunion can develop on the joint of the little toe along the outside of the foot.
 
 
 
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