Thank you for your question. It’s something I get asked very frequently. Unfortunately, the answer would be a big emphatic yes.
90% of bunions are genetic (do see your mother’s, grandma’s, sisters or female cousins feet).
Most people would try things like strapping, toe spacers etc. All these will not work in the end, and the deformity reverts once they are removed.
Bunions usually progress with time, and left untreated, they will start affecting the adjacent toes, gait, and cause generalised foot pain or deformity.
Your bunion looks like it is suitable for keyhole/ percutaneous/ minimally invasive surgery (MIS) correction.
You will still need a proper examination of your foot, and some X-rays. The advantages of keyhole surgery include less pain, less bleeding and risk of infection, and a much more acceptable cosmetic appearance. Hope this answers your question!
Best regards,
Dr Sean Ng
