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Bakers Cyst or Popliteal cyst is a localized swelling at the back of the knee. It is usually caused by an injury or condition in the knee joint which will make the back of the knee swell up increasing pressure and causing pain.
Knee injuries, arthritis, damage to the cartilage of the knee, and other problems are known to cause Bakerâs cysts. Swelling behind the knee may be painful or may not produce any other symptoms. In some cases, you may notice tenderness, warmth, difficulties moving your knee joint, muscle weakness, or bleeding or bruising. Injuries to the knee, including sprains (damage to the stabilizing ligaments of the joint) can lead to diffuse swelling of the knee area.