Bunion causes
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Overview
Causes
Causes
The causes of bunions are unclear. Bunions sometimes run in families. Being born with abnormal foot bones may increase likelihood of developing a bunion. Wearing narrow-toed, high-heeled shoes may lead to the development of a bunion.
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