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Tailor's bunion
	X-ray of a tailor's bunion
Synonyms	Bunionette, Digitus quintus varus
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	Orthopedics
Symptoms	Pain, swelling, redness at the base of the fifth metatarsal
Complications	Bursitis, callus formation
Onset	Gradual
Duration	Chronic
Types	N/A
Causes	Footwear pressure, biomechanical abnormalities
Risks	Wearing tight or ill-fitting shoes
Diagnosis	Physical examination, X-ray
Differential diagnosis	Bunion, gout, arthritis
Prevention	Proper footwear, orthotic devices
Treatment	Padding, orthotics, surgery
Medication	NSAIDs for pain relief
Prognosis	Good with treatment
Frequency	Common
Deaths	N/A

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Tailor's bunion, also known as a bunionette, is a deformity characterized by a prominence of the fifth metatarsal bone at the base of the little toe, causing a painful lump on the outer side of the foot. It resembles a regular bunion (hallux valgus) but occurs on the opposite side of the foot.

Signs and symptoms[edit]

Common symptoms of a tailor's bunion include:

Pain and irritation at the base of the little toe
Redness and swelling at the affected area
Difficulty wearing tight or narrow-fitting footwear
Formation of a hard, prominent bump on the outer edge of the foot
Possible development of calluses due to friction

Causes[edit]

Tailor's bunions are typically caused by structural and biomechanical factors, including:

Abnormal foot biomechanics, such as flat feet or excessive foot pronation
Wearing tight, narrow, or high-heeled shoes that press on the little toe
Genetic predisposition and inherited foot structures
Chronic pressure or repetitive trauma to the fifth metatarsal

Diagnosis[edit]

A tailor's bunion is diagnosed based on clinical examination and patient history. X-rays may be used to assess the degree of bone misalignment and rule out other conditions, such as fractures or arthritis.

Treatment[edit]

Treatment options vary depending on symptom severity and include:

Non-surgical treatments[edit]

Wearing comfortable, wide-toed shoes to reduce pressure
Padding or protective cushions over the bunionette
Use of orthotic devices or custom insoles to correct biomechanical abnormalities
Application of ice packs or anti-inflammatory medications (such as NSAIDs) to reduce swelling and pain

Surgical treatments[edit]

Surgical treatment may be recommended when non-surgical options fail to provide relief. Procedures typically involve:

Removal of the prominent bone growth (osteotomy)
Realignment of the fifth metatarsal bone
Repair of surrounding soft tissues to correct structural imbalances

Recovery after surgery includes limited weight-bearing, use of supportive footwear, and physical therapy to restore strength and flexibility.

Prevention[edit]

Preventing a tailor's bunion involves:

Choosing well-fitting footwear with adequate toe room
Avoiding high heels and narrow-toed shoes
Maintaining healthy foot mechanics through exercises or supportive orthotics

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-'''Suicide crisis''' is a situation where an individual is threatening suicide or making plans to commit suicide. The risk of suicide is highest when the individual has a specific suicide PLAN, the means to carry out the plan, a TIME SET for doing it, and an INTENTION to do it.
+{{SI}}
+{{Infobox medical condition
+| name            = Tailor's bunion
+| image           = [[File:Schneiderballen_41M_-_CR_ap_-_001.jpg|left|thumb|X-ray of a tailor's bunion]]
+| caption         = X-ray of a tailor's bunion
+| synonyms        = Bunionette, Digitus quintus varus
+| specialty       = [[Orthopedics]]
+| symptoms        = Pain, swelling, redness at the base of the [[fifth metatarsal]]
+| complications   = [[Bursitis]], [[callus]] formation
+| onset           = Gradual
+| duration        = Chronic
+| causes          = [[Footwear]] pressure, [[biomechanical]] abnormalities
+| risks           = Wearing tight or ill-fitting shoes
+| diagnosis       = [[Physical examination]], [[X-ray]]
+| differential    = [[Bunion]], [[gout]], [[arthritis]]
+| prevention      = Proper footwear, orthotic devices
+| treatment       = Padding, orthotics, [[surgery]]
+| medication      = [[NSAIDs]] for pain relief
+| prognosis       = Good with treatment
+| frequency       = Common
+}}
+'''Tailor's bunion''', also known as a '''bunionette''', is a deformity characterized by a prominence of the fifth metatarsal bone at the base of the [[little toe]], causing a painful lump on the outer side of the [[foot]]. It resembles a regular [[bunion]] (hallux valgus) but occurs on the opposite side of the foot.
-==Definition==
+== Signs and symptoms ==
-A [[suicide crisis]], suicide event, or suicide attempt, is a situation where a person is threatening to harm themselves with the intention of committing suicide, but has not yet done so. It can also mean that a person who has previously attempted suicide is about to do so again.
+Common symptoms of a tailor's bunion include:
+* Pain and irritation at the base of the [[little toe]]
+* Redness and swelling at the affected area
+* Difficulty wearing tight or narrow-fitting [[footwear]]
+* Formation of a hard, prominent bump on the outer edge of the foot
+* Possible development of [[calluses]] due to friction
-==Risk Factors==
+== Causes ==
-There are several risk factors that can lead to a suicide crisis. These include:
+Tailor's bunions are typically caused by structural and biomechanical factors, including:
+* Abnormal foot biomechanics, such as [[flat feet]] or excessive foot pronation
+* Wearing tight, narrow, or high-heeled [[shoes]] that press on the little toe
+* Genetic predisposition and inherited foot structures
+* Chronic pressure or repetitive trauma to the [[fifth metatarsal]]
-* [[Mental health disorders]]: People with mental health disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and others are at a higher risk of suicide.
+== Diagnosis ==
-* [[Substance abuse]]: Substance abuse can lead to feelings of hopelessness and despair, increasing the risk of suicide.
+A tailor's bunion is diagnosed based on clinical examination and patient history. [[X-rays]] may be used to assess the degree of bone misalignment and rule out other conditions, such as [[fractures]] or [[arthritis]].
-* [[Family history of suicide]]: Individuals who have a family history of suicide are at a higher risk.
-* [[Previous suicide attempts]]: Those who have previously attempted suicide are at a higher risk of attempting again.
-* [[Chronic pain]]: People suffering from chronic pain may be at a higher risk of suicide.
-==Prevention==
+== Treatment ==
-Prevention of a suicide crisis involves recognizing the warning signs, providing support and treatment, and helping the person develop a positive life outlook.
+Treatment options vary depending on symptom severity and include:
-==Treatment==
+=== Non-surgical treatments ===
-Treatment for a suicide crisis often involves a combination of therapies, including [[psychotherapy]], medication, and lifestyle changes. It's important to seek help from a mental health professional if you or someone you know is in a suicide crisis.
+* Wearing comfortable, wide-toed [[shoes]] to reduce pressure
+* Padding or protective cushions over the bunionette
+* Use of orthotic devices or custom [[insoles]] to correct biomechanical abnormalities
+* Application of ice packs or [[anti-inflammatory medications]] (such as [[NSAIDs]]) to reduce swelling and pain
-==See Also==
+=== Surgical treatments ===
-* [[Suicide prevention]]
+Surgical treatment may be recommended when non-surgical options fail to provide relief. Procedures typically involve:
-* [[Mental health]]
+* Removal of the prominent bone growth ([[osteotomy]])
-* [[Depression]]
+* Realignment of the [[fifth metatarsal]] bone
-* [[Bipolar disorder]]
+* Repair of surrounding soft tissues to correct structural imbalances
-* [[Schizophrenia]]
-* [[Substance abuse]]
-[[Category:Psychiatry]]
+Recovery after surgery includes limited weight-bearing, use of supportive footwear, and [[physical therapy]] to restore strength and flexibility.
-[[Category:Mental health]]
-[[Category:Suicide]]
-{{stub}}
+== Prevention ==
+Preventing a tailor's bunion involves:
+* Choosing well-fitting [[footwear]] with adequate toe room
+* Avoiding high heels and narrow-toed shoes
+* Maintaining healthy foot mechanics through exercises or supportive orthotics
+== See also ==
+* [[Bunion]]
+* [[Hallux valgus]]
+* [[Metatarsalgia]]
+* [[Podiatry]]
+[[Category:Foot diseases]]
+[[Category:Orthopedic problems]]
+[[Category:Podiatry]]
+{{medical-stub}}

Tailor's bunion
X-ray of a tailor's bunion
Synonyms	Bunionette, Digitus quintus varus
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	Orthopedics
Symptoms	Pain, swelling, redness at the base of the fifth metatarsal
Complications	Bursitis, callus formation
Onset	Gradual
Duration	Chronic
Types	N/A
Causes	Footwear pressure, biomechanical abnormalities
Risks	Wearing tight or ill-fitting shoes
Diagnosis	Physical examination, X-ray
Differential diagnosis	Bunion, gout, arthritis
Prevention	Proper footwear, orthotic devices
Treatment	Padding, orthotics, surgery
Medication	NSAIDs for pain relief
Prognosis	Good with treatment
Frequency	Common
Deaths	N/A