Get it checked: Pain behind the knee could be something as benign as a muscle strain or a Baker's cyst, but it could also indicate a deep vein thrombosis. Someone with these symptoms should see a physician for a physical exam and possibly an ultrasound of the veins of the legs.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Bakrs Cyst,tight ham: When knees develop arthritic change, there can be periods of flare where inflammation and fluid can develop behind the knee. This is also called a Bakers cyst. Some patients with tight hamstrings also have pain behind the knee due to muscle spasm, a secondary effect of knee arthritis. It is thus best to see a Sports Medicine MD or PMR to diagnose what is going on and make sure there is not a clot.
Answered 3/5/2015
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