In USA adults 18 years and older, the prevalence of Arthritis increased amongst  both woman and men. These are including rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, and fibromyalgia.

The survey is based on a questionnaire wit the question of “Have you ever been told by a doctor or other health professional that you had some form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia?”

Men aged 18-44 years – 5.8%

Woman aged 18-44 years – 6.6%

Men aged 45-64 years – 22.3%

Woman aged 45-64 years – 29.3%

Men aged 65-74 years – 40.1%

Woman aged 65-74 years – 48.6%

Men aged 75 years and older – 44.7%

Woman aged 75 years and older – 57.8%

The statistical difference between men and woman with woman being more likely to have arthritis, except for in the age group of 18-44 years where this is insignificant.

Sources:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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