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Suggest Treatment For Baker S Cyst Behind Knee

An ultra sound revealed a 3.5 size baker cyst behind my knee. It is very painful and hard to sleep at night. The doctor wanted to refer me to an orthopedic surgeon. I wanted to wait and see if it would dissolve on it s own but the pain is getting worse. What is the treatment for a baker s cyst?
Thu, 30 Jul 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Bakers cyst is synovial extension from knee synovium.There is collection of synovial fluid which is intra-articularly connected.
If cyst is small it can be managed conservatively with medication.

If you have persistent pain and large swelling then you may need surgical excision.

Do not worry about rupture of cyst.if on rupture pain has reduced then do nothing.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
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Suggest Treatment For Baker S Cyst Behind Knee

Hello, I have studied your case. Bakers cyst is synovial extension from knee synovium.There is collection of synovial fluid which is intra-articularly connected. If cyst is small it can be managed conservatively with medication. If you have persistent pain and large swelling then you may need surgical excision. Do not worry about rupture of cyst.if on rupture pain has reduced then do nothing. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care