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I have swelling in the back of my knee. no noticeable lump or bump. just enlarged area. no pain, slight achy knee but overall full feeling.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Baker's cyst...: ...also called popliteal cyst, is the most common explantion of this sort of thing. Usually harmless, but see your doctor to be certain; or discuss with your doc's office whether they would prefer you go directly to an orthopedist. Google Baker's cyst to find lots if information about it.

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