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How does cartilage in the knee deteriorate if you have not had an 'injury'?
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Cartilage: Common causes include obesity, degenerative joint disease (normal wear and tear), and other forms of arthritis causing degeneration of the cartilage such as rheumatoid arthritis.
Answered 12/20/2012
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