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A member asked:

I think i have a bakers cyst that has ruptured or is about to. can i exercise? do i need to see an md? no leg swelling, just back of knee swollen& red

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes, you: should see a doctor if you have Baker's cyst that is swollen and red.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 1/9/2018

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