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When i bend or stretch my left leg in the back of my leg does hurt where the knee is. back of my knee pain?

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Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Nonspecific: There are several possible causes of this, including a sprain of the knee, possibly a cyst in the back of the knee, cartilage injury, etc. Conservative treatment with progressive activity and anti-inflammatory meds is reasonable. See a physician if symptoms persist.

Answered 4/25/2013

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