I feel a sound in my knee when I step down from the stairs. Sometimes it is a bit painful. I am 42 years old. What is the reason and what should I do to avoid this problem and making it bigger.

Dr. Sajeev KumarGeneral Physician34yrs exp

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You have osteoarthritis of knee joints and need an ortho check up. Knee crepitus typically happens when the knee is bent, such as when you are squatting, going up or down stairs, or rising from a chair. By itself, crepitus generally is not a cause for concern. ... Also, to help prevent further cartilage damage and other knee injuries, avoid overloading the joint when your knee is bent. 

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