Yes weight is a major factor for early degeneration of knee cartilage,which is causing pain in your knees. It is age related cartilage degeneration but comes earlier due to increased weight also. Better get x ray done and start medicine for relief
Next Steps
rest, medicine,physiotherapy ,knee brace,hit fomentation
will reduce your knee pain
hot fomentation
Health Tips
avoid sitting on floor,cross leg sitting,sqatting,climbing stairs and use commode toilet.