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I feel like the muscle/nerve at the back of my knee is strained, extending from hamstring to calf when i straighten my leg. what is wrong/should i do?

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Dr. Bernard Bach Jr answered

Baker's cysts: You could have a baker's cyst in that area. See a knee orthopedic specialist, who can sort things out.

Answered 2/14/2015

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A member asked:

I feel like the muscle/nerve at the back of my knee is strained, extending from hamstring to calf when i straighten my leg. what is wrong/should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Bach Jr answered

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