Foot pain and bunions?

Question

I am 34 and have had bunions for as long as I can remember. I dont think they have caused any problems until now. Now I limp when I walk and have shooting pain up my foot and ankle. Has anyone had these problems from a bunion not sure if I just pulled a muscle or tendon.

Answer 1

I started having a lot of foot problems when I was in my 30's. I was having shooting pains in my foot & ankle & I could barely walk. I went to the doctor & they did a blood test & found out I had GOUT & they prescribed allopurinol, it took some time, but it really helped. I don't know if that is what maybe causing the pain you are experiencing, but I would recommend going to the doctor & having them do a blood test & check for gout.

Answer 2

Hallux valgus, bunions, have an impact on the way that we walk and can impact the foot, ankle, knee, hip and even lower back.  It is possible that because of the adaptations from the deformity you developed tendinitis.  It is not uncommon to have other problems associated with this.

I would do the normal pain management of anti-inflammatories, ice after activity, and rest.  If the pain continues without improvement then you should seek medical evaluation.  At this point you should treat it yourself.