Becker cyst is usually popularly called popliteal hernia, because externally it appears as a protrusion in this area, which occurs in connection with inflammation that occurs in the knee joint.
This process is as follows. Each person has a mucous inter-tendon bag, which is located on the knee joint, on the back surface. In the event that there is inflammation in it, then the resulting liquid gradually accumulates in this bag. As a result, there is overflow, an increase in size and constant pain that limits movement in the knee joint.
Becker cyst appears for the following reasons:
- the presence of metabolic-dystrophic diseases (for example, changes in the meniscus);
- inflammatory diseases.
The main problem is that at the initial stage the disease is completely asymptomatic, accompanied by unpleasant, but weak sensations. But as she grows and develops, she begins to put pressure on the nerves that are located nearby, causing constant pain, numbness and tingling in the sole, because of which it is difficult for the patient to bend the joint in the knee.
Externally, the Becker cyst is not always detected, but when it reaches a large size, you can see the formation in the form of a tumor, which is firm and elastic to the touch. On palpation, there is weak soreness.
Becker cyst is dangerous for its complications.
In case of its rupture, the fluid will penetrate the muscles, which will lead to severe swelling and pain in the back surface.
There are cases when the cyst presses on the veins, because of which blood stasis forms, the development of phlebitis, and in the future - the formation of blood clots. The process is dangerous in that if at least one comes off, it directly “migrates” to the lungs, causing a most dangerous disease for humans - pulmonary embolism.
Rarely, there is the development of necrosis and osteomyelitis, which occurs due to compression syndrome, a gross violation of the system of metabolic processes in soft tissue and bones.
In order to make a final diagnosis, it is necessary, in addition to examination by an orthopedist and traumatologist, to use MRI and ultrasound of the joint. Surgery is usually required when a Becker cyst is removed. Treatment with folk remedies is possible only at the initial stage, when there is no pain when walking.
To achieve an optimal result, it is recommended to apply crushed leaves of burdock and celandine in the form of a compress.
The following is also a miracle cure. Lubricate the surface of the body with honey, attach a cabbage leaf and bandage it. Do such an operation within a week and a half and small cysts can resolve without surgical intervention. These are the best folk treatment recipes for such a cyst.
One of the common diseases was Nevus Becker, which manifests itself in the appearance of hyperpigmented spots with increased hair growth. Usually, at the initial stage, a small, brownish spot appears, on which very slowly, about 2 years, pigmentation gradually begins to intensify, it spreads, and hair begins to grow in large numbers on the surface. The result is a benign pigmented spot with a hairline.
When such formations appear, it is recommended to immediately consult a doctor, since such neoplasms always require caution and attention. As a rule, the patient is advised to remove the Becker nevus, since under adverse circumstances the phenomenon can develop into a malignant tumor.
The sooner the patient gets rid of such tumors, the better.