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Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staffIn some cases, a Baker's cyst causes no pain, and you may not even notice it. If you do experience signs and symptoms, you may notice:
- Swelling behind your knee, and sometimes in your leg
- Knee pain
- Stiffness
Your symptoms may be worse after you've been active, or even if you've just been standing for a long time.
When to see a doctor
If you're experiencing pain and swelling behind your knee, see your doctor to determine the cause. Though unlikely, a bulge behind your knee may be a sign of a more serious condition rather than a fluid-filled cyst.
References
- Helfgott SM. Popliteal (Baker's) cyst. http://www.uptodate.com/index. Accessed June 27, 2012.
- Handy JR. Popliteal cysts in adults: A review. Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism. 2001;31:108.
- Knee problems. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Knee_Problems/. Accessed June 27, 2012.
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