Help ... I have bunion's appearing all of the sudden!!

[Mid Life Crisis Marathon Man]

My brother has had bunions all his adult life and they've never been a problem (other than finding a shoe that fits properly). If they're not painful I gather there's no need to do anything. They may even help your running by providing greater stability! Having said all that, my brother is no runner, so I can't say for sure how they'd affect your running style. I wouldn't take them to a doctor however unless they're runner-savvy. Otherwise they'll want to remove them. Doctors always seem to want to cut bits out or replace them when it's not really necessary. Good luck!