From: Fatigue in Egyptian patients with rheumatic diseases: a qualitative study
Characteristic | Rheumatoid arthritis | AxSpA | Fibromyalgia |
---|---|---|---|
Number | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Age, years, median (range) | 40 (32–60) | 34 (29–55) | 35 (27–54) |
Female, (n) % | (16) 80Â % | (2) 10Â % | (16) 80Â % |
Disease duration, years, median (range) | 5 (1–20) | 7 (3–20) | 3 (2–7) |
Specific disease activity scale | DAS28: 3.4 (1.1–5.5) | BASDAI: 5 (2–9) | FIQ: 75 (50–90) |
Patient assessment of fatigue, 0–10 NRS, median (range) | 5 (2–9) | 4 (1–8) | 7 (3–10) |