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What Is The Sensitive Bump Between The Bunion Bone And The Heel?
hello. while showering this A.M. I notices a dime sized soft lump or bump located on the inside of my right foot centered between the bunion bone and the heel, It is ever so slightly sensitive to the touch. You can press it in, not fluid-like, but soft. It almost looks like it could be a large bug bite. I have been wearing non supportive shoes lately. I am on my feet all day as a teacher. weigh 117 pds, 5 4 tall, 53 years old. I did walk a great deal this past weekend wearing good supportive sneakers. Do you have a clue?
Tue, 14 Apr 2020
Hello,
The symptoms can be related to a ganglion cyst. Ganglion cysts are firm fluid-filled sacs that occur all over the body, but when they occur around the big toe joint they can be confused with a bunion. I suggest to do an X-ray of the foot to exclude other possible causes. Ganglion cysts does not need treatment if they don't have any symptoms.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms can be related to a ganglion cyst. Ganglion cysts are firm fluid-filled sacs that occur all over the body, but when they occur around the big toe joint they can be confused with a bunion. I suggest to do an X-ray of the foot to exclude other possible causes. Ganglion cysts does not need treatment if they don't have any symptoms.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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