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I have a tight feeling behind my knee (posterior leg) after i sit down for a period of time and then stand up. what might be causing this?
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Baker's cyst?: A Baker's or popliteal cyst is a herniation of fluid from the knee into the area behind the knee, usually due to some acute strain upon the knee with increased fluid therein. A Doppler of the leg would confirm the cyst and hopefully negate any blood clot, which is unlikely with your description.
Answered 8/6/2018
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