A bunionette is a bony protuberance on the outer side of
the pinky toe. The deformity can become larger and more painful over time due
to the growth of the bump. Bunionettes are most commonly developed from feet
rubbing against the inside of shoes. If you are experiencing redness, swelling,
pain on the outside of the pinky toe and notice a bump, it may be a bunionette.
It is best to see a podiatrist to get an accurate diagnosis and a course of
treatment.
Bunionettes can usually be treated non-surgically by:
- Wearing roomier shoes that do not cause friction against the area
- Padding the pinky toe
- Using custom inserts in your shoes
- Treating the inflamed area with medication like corticosteroid
If those methods do not help to alleviate your symptoms, surgery
may be necessary. Surgery usually involves the removal of the painful soft
tissue.
Image by Jorge in Brazil. Feet 1. (2013). Flickr.
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