Trends in Allergic Sensitization and Diseases in the Korean General Population Over a 9-Year Period.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The prevalence of allergic sensitization and diseases varies over time due to changes in climate, environment, and lifestyle. This study analyzed changes in sensitization to house dust mites (HDM) and dogs, as well as the prevalence of allergic diseases in the Korean general population over a 9-year period and identified contributing factors.

Methods

This cross-sectional study used data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey conducted in 2010 and 2019. Participants were aged ≥10 years, with the analysis stratified by adolescents (10-18 years) and adults (≥19 years). We evaluated the prevalence of allergic sensitization and diseases and examined links to clinicodemographic factors across the two survey years. Multivariate logistic regressio

SUBMITTER: Lee DH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11917202 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature