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FAQs
Bunions or Arthritis: How to Tell the Difference? ›
Bunions vs Arthritis
How do I know if I have a bunion or arthritis? ›Big toe arthritis usually starts with a feeling of stiffness of the joint and often swelling and redness. This usually progresses to a decrease in range of motion, a crunching feeling when moving the joint, and then a bump that forms toward the top of the joint, not the side of the toe like bunions.
How do I know if its a bunion or something else? ›The most obvious symptom of a bunion is the growth that forms at the base of your big toe. You can usually see and feel the bony bump. A bunion can cause other symptoms, including: Pain or stiffness in your big toe.
How do I know if it's a bunion or gout? ›Gout may be mistaken for a bunion because one of the most noticeable gout symptoms is a red, painful swelling around the big toe joint. However, unlike bunions, which form over a long period and gradually produce pain, gout often generates sudden and sharp pains.
What do arthritic toes look like? ›The toe can become permanently bent downward and unable to lie flat on the floor. Swelling and inflammation: This can occur in and around the toe and the joint. Formation of a bump: Similar to a bunion or callus, a bump may form from the joints rubbing together.
Can a bunion be mistaken for arthritis? ›What's more, many of the symptoms of RA are virtually identical to the symptoms of a bunion. Symptoms of both RA and bunions include swelling and loss of mobility in the affected joint.
Do bunions feel like arthritis? ›You could even think of a bunion as a very specific type of arthritis that only affects a certain joint in a certain way. However, when we think of arthritis in the feet, bunions aren't typically what we're talking about. This is even true when symptoms and appearance can be very similar between the two.
What can be mistaken for bunion pain? ›- Gout. ...
- Rheumatoid arthritis. ...
- Osteoarthritis. ...
- Bursitis. ...
- Ganglion cyst. ...
- Sesamoiditis.
The most noticeable bunion symptom is a hard bump at the base of your toe. This bump isn't movable and doesn't hurt in the early stages.
What does an inflamed bunion look like? ›The most obvious sign is a bulging lump on the joint. It might hurt and be swollen or red. It also can make it hard to move your toes, especially your big toe.
What foods aggravate bunions? ›
- Red meat.
- Shellfish.
- Organ meats (liver, kidneys, etc.)
- Certain types of fish (anchovies, sardines, herring)
Gout Symptoms
Sudden, intense joint pain characterizes gout, commonly targeting the big toe. In contrast, rheumatoid arthritis involves persistent, chronic joint pain and swelling, affecting multiple joints symmetrically, with morning stiffness and potential deformities.
What causes bunion pain to flare up? You may experience bunion pain when you wear tight fitting shoes, as this places more pressure on the toes. Since the bunion causes inflammation of the big toe joint, you may have pain while walking because each step involves this joint.
What are the early signs of arthritis in the feet? ›- Tenderness or pain.
- Reduced ability to move or walk.
- Stiffness in the joint.
- Swelling in the joint.
Hallux rigidus and osteoarthritis in your big toe can cause this toe to lean towards your other toes. When this happens, it's called a bunion or hallux valgus. A bony lump can then form on the side of your big toe. Sometimes you might have red or swollen skin over it, and it can also cause hard skin.
How do I know if I have arthritis in my feet? ›The most common symptoms are pain, swelling and stiffness, but as inflammation begins to destroy the surface of bone and the ligaments that support it, some RA patients develop hammertoes, claw toes, stress fractures and changes in the shape of their feet.
What are the signs of arthritis in your feet? ›- Pain that occurs during activity or motion.
- Tenderness in the joint area.
- Swelling in the joints accompanied by warmth and redness.
- Stiffness, pain and swelling after sitting, resting or inactivity.
- Difficulty walking or moving.
Swelling and inflammation are common symptoms of bunions. The bunion area may become swollen and tender to the touch, making it uncomfortable to wear tight shoes or walk for long periods. In some cases, the skin around the bunion may also become red and warm to the touch.
How do you test for arthritis in your big toe? ›Diagnosis. In many cases, the diagnosis of hallux rigidus can be made with a physical examination. Your foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon will examine the MTP joint to see how much you are able to move and where the pain occurs. Your surgeon also will check your foot for evidence of bone spurs.