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A member asked:

Can you get a bakers cyst in both knees? and is rest the only option? i have been told it due to arthritis but no scan or xrays done?

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Yes , possible: But usually seen on one side , baker cyst(s) is caused by some internal derangement inside the knee joint , like arthritis , meniscus , or ligamental injury , causing secretion of synovial fluid , almost like a ganglion cyst in the wrist , if you have arthritis rest will help you , ask your doctor and complete the tests

Dr Rafat agreed

Answered 10/16/2018

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