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 to have it return ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I developed a Baker’s cyst on the back of my knee several months ago. My doctor drained the fluid from it, but now it’s back. What could be causing this? What is the best way to ...

Q: I just found out I have a Baker’s cyst. Is it serious? How is it treated? A: A Baker’s cyst is a fluid-filled sac that can form in the popliteal space, the hollow at the back of the knee joint. A ...

I have been running for 30 years and recently I went to the doctor complaining of right knee pain. He said I have a Baker’s cyst. He wants to drain it. Is that right? Tell me how to get rid of this?

Dear Dr. Donohue: About four months ago, a bulge appeared behind my right knee. It didn’t hurt at first, but then it started to give me a little pain. I saw a doctor. He poked around and finally said ...

This week we are going to discuss the common condition of the popliteal cyst of the knee. The Baker’s cyst or popliteal cyst occurs when there is too much synovial fluid within the knee as a result of ...

Q: I was told that I have a Baker's cyst on the back of my knee. The doctor told me I had to have it drained, but I'm afraid of being cut open. What do you advise?

Oh, the joys of getting older: experience, wisdom, perspective – and swollen, painful joints. A Baker’s cyst, a fluid-filled sac that causes a feeling of tightness behind the knee, can be a reminder ...

Paul G. Donohue M.D. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: About four months ago, a bulge appeared behind my right knee. It didn't hurt at first, but then it started to give me a little pain. I saw a doctor. He poked ...

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 developed a Baker’s cyst on the back of my knee several months ago. My doctor drained the fluid from it, but now it’s back. What could be causing this? What is the best way to ...