Baker’s cysts are fluid-filled lumps that form behind the knee, often signaling underlying joint issues like arthritis or injury. While they’re usually harmless, they can cause discomfort, stiffness, ...

A Baker’s cyst, or popliteal cyst, is a fluid-filled swelling that develops on the back of a person’s knee. Rarely, Baker’s cysts may rupture. This does not always cause symptoms, but if it does, a ...

This week we are going to discuss a very common problem in the knee which is often misunderstood and is sometimes difficult to resolve, the Baker’s cyst. The Baker’s cyst or popliteal cyst is also ...

A Baker’s cyst is a sac of fluid that forms behind the knee. Although they often resolve independently, exercises, home remedies, and other treatments may be required if they are painful or limit ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am a 59-year-old man who had a Baker’s cyst 20 years ago. It returned three years ago. I had surgery, which was supposed to take care of things. I have had it drained twice, only ...

Q: Please give me all the information you can about Baker's cysts. Thank you. -- B.K., Westbrook, Minn. A: Baker's cysts (also called popliteal cysts) result from a form of bursitis or inflammation of ...