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Weird knot-like discomfort in back of knee area (right leg) that slightly spreads to calf and lower high when exercising or being active. i've noticed it more over the past year, as i've haven't been active much. could this be a blood clot?
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A blood clot is unlikely. What you described could be a synovial cyst, also called Baker's cyst. Visit this site for information and discuss it with your doctor: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bakers-cyst/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20369955 Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health!
Answered 7/2/2021
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