What is the prevalence of Palindromic Rheumatism?
How many people does Palindromic Rheumatism affect? Does it have the same prevalence in men and women? And in the different countries?
Palindromic Rheumatism (PR) is a rare condition characterized by recurrent episodes of joint inflammation and swelling. It is considered a precursor to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in some cases. The exact prevalence of PR is not well-established, but it is estimated to affect around 0.1% to 1% of the population. PR predominantly affects women and typically starts between the ages of 20 and 50. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent the progression to RA. If you suspect you may have PR, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional for proper evaluation and management.
Palindromic Rheumatism (PR) is a rare form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by recurrent episodes of joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. It is considered a precursor to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in some cases. Due to its rarity, the prevalence of PR is not well-established.
Research studies have reported varying estimates of PR prevalence, ranging from 0.09% to 5% of the general population. However, these figures may not accurately represent the true prevalence as PR often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to its episodic nature and similarity to other forms of arthritis.
PR predominantly affects women, with a female-to-male ratio of approximately 3:1. It typically manifests in individuals between the ages of 20 and 50, although cases have been reported in people of all ages.
Early diagnosis of PR is crucial to prevent or delay the progression to RA and to provide appropriate treatment. If you suspect you may have PR or are experiencing recurrent joint symptoms, it is important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
https://www.hopkinsarthritis.org/physician-corner/rheumatology-rounds/round-1-palindromic-rheumatism
"depending which report you read, 1/8 to 1/20 that of rheumatoid arthritis"
Posted Oct 12, 2017 by Betty 200
According to the most recent studies, PR prevalence is somewhere between 1/20 or 1/8 of RA, which would put the number of those afflicted with PR in the USA between 65,000 and 162,000. There's also studies that suggest some people with RA start with PR and estimate that percentage around 10-15%, which would make the total afflicted in the USA around 195,000.
Due to misdiagnosis, under reporting, or simple lack of disease awareness, there are likely many more people afflicted around the world. But it's generally believed that PR is fairly rare, which is confirmed by the estimated number of .06% of the US population.
As for age and gender, it's known to affect men and women equally and is typically diagnosed between 20-50.
Posted Dec 1, 2019 by MaddOryxite 3570
