The cause of the Baker’s cyst is not the cyst itself but the gout inflaming the knee and the excess fluid which drains into the popliteal space.

However, if a Baker’s cyst ruptures, it can cause severe pain, redness and swelling of the back of the thigh and calf. Baker’s cysts aren’t dangerous and may go away on their own.

However, if a Baker’s cyst ruptures, it can cause severe pain, redness and swelling of the back of the thigh and calf. Baker’s cysts aren’t dangerous and may go away on their own.

How do you tell the difference between a Baker’s cyst and a DVT blood clot? Learn more about these conditions with similar symptoms.

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A Baker’s cyst will not cause long-term harm, but it can be annoying and painful. A cortisone injection can reduce the inflammation, though it doesn’t always prevent recurrence.

A ruptured Baker’s cyst may be mistaken for a blood clot in the leg, or deep vein thrombosis, a serious condition that requires immediate medical treatment.

A: A Baker's cyst is a small pouch in the back of the knee. It is not visible or palpable unless there is an increase in the amount of fluid in the knee. If this occurs, then the cyst will enlarge.