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What Causes Painful Lump On The Inside Of The Knee?

My 5 year old son is complaining of a painful thigh when he puts weight on it and it has now progressed to "all the time". Upon looking at his leg I also noticed a lump on the inside of his knee (same leg). He has had a problem with growing pains but a massage doesn't seem to be helping. Any ideas? thanks
Sat, 19 Apr 2014
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Hi ! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.

From the history, it seems that your son has developed popliteal cyst , which is a benign cyst which occurs in some persons. This is a benign cyst usually asymptomatic excepting for a swelling behind the knee (inside of the knee), which at times may give rise to pain in the limb. If the problem increases, you might have to take him to an orthopedic surgeon/general surgeon, who could suggest you to get the cyst removed if need be.

I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your son's problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.

Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.

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What Causes Painful Lump On The Inside Of The Knee?

Hi ! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. From the history, it seems that your son has developed popliteal cyst , which is a benign cyst which occurs in some persons. This is a benign cyst usually asymptomatic excepting for a swelling behind the knee (inside of the knee), which at times may give rise to pain in the limb. If the problem increases, you might have to take him to an orthopedic surgeon/general surgeon, who could suggest you to get the cyst removed if need be. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your son s problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.