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Pain in the back of my knee. when i put pressure on it there is a sharp pain in the back/middle of my knee. it also hurts to bend it. hard to walk.

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Dr. Marc Foucher answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Possible Bakers cyst: Pain in the back of the knee could be several things. A bakers cyst is one possibility. See your doctor for an exam. He may recommend you see a specialist like an orthopaedist. You should do this as soon as possible.

Answered 8/2/2015

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Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

Tear/sprain: Tear in the posterior cartilage or meniscus, or a strain in the ligaments of the knees

Answered 12/1/2017

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A member asked:

Pain in the back of my knee. when i put pressure on it there is a sharp pain in the back/middle of my knee. it also hurts to bend it. hard to walk.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Marc Foucher answered

Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

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