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What problems happen in the back of the knee besides baker's cyst. i have pain and swelling in the knee above the kneecap.?
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Pain and swelling: If you are having pain and swelling above the kneecap there are different possibilities. You could have problems with your quadriceps tendon insertion, arthritis, or something torn inside your knee.
Answered 10/4/2016
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See an Orthopaedist: A baker's cyst is often a sign of pathology within the knee joint (meniscal tear or arthritis e.g.). If you are also experiencing pain and swelling above the knee cap, an orthopaedic evaluation is recommended to identify the cause of the problem.
Answered 9/28/2016
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