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Global chronic pain prevalence and impact

Overview

Reports indicate significant prevalence of chronic pain across different regions. In Europe, approximately 1 in 5 adults, or roughly 150 million people, are affected. This condition imposes a substantial economic burden on EU member states, with costs estimated between 3% and 10% of GDP due to medical expenses and lost productivity. Research suggests a psychological link where traits like alexithymia can exacerbate physical discomfort.

In Latin America, the prevalence is estimated to be higher, affecting approximately 33% of the adult population. Medical professionals emphasize the importance of timely diagnosis to prevent the risks of self-medication. While regional data varies, specific studies are ongoing, such as a national survey in Bolivia to better understand local epidemiology.

Entities

Latin America · Johns Hopkins University · Europe · Greek Algology Society · European Pain Federation

Timeline

  1. [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Chronic pain affects one-third of adults in Latin America

    Approximately 33% of adults in Latin America suffer from chronic pain, impacting physical and mental health, according to Fedelat.

  2. [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 adults in Europe

    Chronic pain affects 150 million Europeans, costing up to 10% of EU GDP. New research also links pain intensity to alexithymia, a difficulty in processing emotions.

Sources

ilialive.gr · ocio.diarioinformacion.com · rcbolivia.com · sbctv.gr