Can Bunions turn into wounds?
It depends…
Bunions typically do not pose a serious problem.
For some patients with mild bunions, wearing wider shoes or tying them properly and applying padding over the area of the bunion are often enough to manage the condition and prevent sores from developing.
If the bunion causes severe pain or difficulty walking, surgery is usually recommended to correct the deformity.
As previously discussed, a bunion is the bony protrusion that develops on the side of the foot closest to the big toe or the little toe.
A bunion may not seem to be a serious problem, but it can turn into a foot wound and lead to complications.
If a bunion rubs against the inside of a shoe, it can cause blisters or open sores, and if left untreated, the wounds can become infected.
For those with diabetes, a wound like that can be difficult to heal.
If you have a bunion that has turned into an open wound and/or has become infected, visit your local Podiatrist, GP or A&E as soon as possible.
Reflex Foot Care do not treat open wound infections as this is out of the scope of practice for foot health practitioners.
The earlier you treat a foot wound, the more likely you are to avoid serious complications.
Signs of Infection
Pain
Swelling
Redness and warmth
Tenderness to the touch
Drainage that is not clear
If the infection is left untreated, it can spread to surrounding tissue and bone.
Amputation may be needed to prevent death if the infection cannot be stopped.
Don’t delay treatment, it is vital to seek help for an infection to avoid possible sepsis and/or amputation!
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