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Self-reported arthritis and the menopause.

C E I Szoeke1, F Cicuttini, J Guthrie

  • 1Office for Gender and Health, Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia.

Climacteric : the Journal of the International Menopause Society
|April 5, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Aches and stiff joints are common in mid-aged women, with 34.4% reporting arthritis. Factors like postmenopausal status, higher BMI, and lower mood are linked to arthritis in this group.

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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Women's Health
  • Rheumatology

Background:

  • Self-reported arthritis is a significant health concern in mid-aged women.
  • Understanding associated factors is crucial for targeted interventions and public health strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of self-reported arthritis in a population-based cohort of Australian-born women aged 45-55.
  • To identify health, social, and lifestyle factors associated with self-reported arthritis in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, population-based survey was conducted.
  • Data were collected via telephone interviews from 2001 Australian-born women (45-55 years old) in Melbourne.
  • Information gathered included demographics, lifestyle factors, and health conditions.

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Main Results:

  • Aches and stiff joints were the most frequently reported symptom (51.7%).
  • 34.4% of participants reported a diagnosis of arthritis.
  • Arthritis diagnosis was significantly associated with postmenopausal status (39% vs 27%), older age, higher body mass index, negative mood, and decreased sexual interest.

Conclusions:

  • Self-reported arthritis is prevalent in mid-aged women and frequently presents as aches and stiff joints.
  • Key associated factors include postmenopausal status, age, higher BMI, negative mood, and reduced sexual interest.
  • Longitudinal research is recommended to explore the causal relationships and impact of these factors on arthritis development and progression.