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Get them them fairly often, but it's usually in my calf. last night it was close to back of my knee & much more painful. still sore today. normal?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

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Popliteal pain: Check for venous clot/dvt emergently. Restless leg is fairly common. Other causes include popliteal cyst, sprain, strain, referred pain, meniscus, etc.

Answered 11/20/2012

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A member asked:

Get them them fairly often, but it's usually in my calf. last night it was close to back of my knee & much more painful. still sore today. normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

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