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Why are my knees so rough?
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Iregular cartilage: Rough usually means crepitation which has multiple causes, the irregularity is the end result very rarely the cause.
Answered 11/5/2013
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Skin or cartilage?: The skin can be rough due to psoriasis or abrasion of the skin. Cartilage and bone could be worn out due to arthritis.
Answered 9/28/2016
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