A Baker’s cyst is a sac of fluid that forms behind the knee. Although they often resolve independently, exercises, home remedies, and other treatments may be required if they are painful or limit ...

BOSTON - Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your latest health questions. If you have a question, email her or message her on Facebook or X (formerly known as Twitter). Jeanne writes, "I have a Baker's ...

Q: What is a Baker's cyst, and what is the best way to get rid of it? A: A Baker's cyst is a collection of fluid behind the knee. It was named after a British surgeon, William Baker, who described ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I developed a Baker’s cyst on the back of my knee several months ago. My doctor drained the fluid from it, but now it’s back. What could be causing this? What is the best way to ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 80 and in very good physical shape. I walk 10-20 miles or more on hiking trails weekly, even though I have a pacemaker. I fell down our stairs hauling boxes and hurt my knee. I ...

Dear Dr. Donohue - About four months ago, a bulge appeared behind my right knee. I saw a doctor. He poked around and finally said it was a cyst. He told me to put a hot, wet towel on it. I did this ...

Q: Over the past eight months, I have suffered from numbness in my right foot. On occasion, the problem goes slightly above my knee. I have seen four different medical specialists, but the conclusion, ...