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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.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/5/2013

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

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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