I'm sorry to hear about your knee pain. Based on the context provided, here are some possible causes and steps you can take:

### Possible Causes
- Gout Flare: If your knee stiffness is accompanied by a burning pain and is warm to touch, it might be a gout flare.
- Bursitis: This involves swelling and irritation of the Show Full Answer

I'm sorry to hear about your knee pain. Based on the context provided, here are some possible causes and steps you can take:

### Possible Causes:
- Gout Flare: If your knee stiffness is accompanied by a burning pain and is warm to touch, it might be a gout flare.
- Bursitis: This involves swelling and irritation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between muscles, tendons, and joints. Symptoms include redness, swelling, and stiffness or pain when moving the knee.
- Baker Cyst: This can cause discomfort or stiffness, and sometimes a painful swelling behind the knee. If the cyst ruptures, it can cause pain, swelling, and bruising on the back of the knee and calf.

### When to Seek Medical Attention:
- If you cannot flex your knee or have trouble straightening it.
- If you have a fever, redness, warmth around the knee, or a lot of swelling.
- If you have pain, swelling, numbness, tingling, or bluish discoloration in the calf below the sore knee.
- If the pain persists after 3 days of home treatment.

### Next Steps:
- Physical Exam: Your healthcare provider will perform a physical exam, including your knees, hips, legs, and other joints.
- Tests: They may recommend an X-ray, MRI, CT scan, or joint fluid culture.
- Treatment: This could include steroid injections, stretching and strengthening exercises, or seeing a podiatrist.

If your symptoms persist or worsen, please consult a healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation and appropriate treatment.

 This AI-generated response comes from myRAteam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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