What is pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease)?
Calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease is a type of arthritis that involves the accumulation of calcium around joints, causing swelling and pain.The calcium deposits induce inflammation in the joint, which can cause cartilage within the joint to break down.
How do members experience pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease)?
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Who has pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease) on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 0 | |
| 40s | 6 | |
| 50s | 16 | |
| 60s | 37 | |
| 70+ | 28 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 28 | |
| Female | 59 |
Talk to people with pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease)
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