Is a bunion a type of arthritis?

A bunion isn’t the same as arthritis, but the conditions are similar. A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the outside of the foot at the base of the big toe, often caused by genetics. Arthritis is a condition that causes joint inflammation, which can affect the big toe and lead to pain and stiffness, sometimes leading to a bony bump that’s similar to a bunion.

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