The impact of perennial allergic rhinitis with/without allergic asthma on sleep, work and activity level.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Allergic respiratory diseases such as allergic rhinitis (AR) and allergic asthma (AA) are common conditions that can influence sleep and daytime functioning. However, the significance of this impact is unclear-particularly in perennial allergy sufferers. This study investigates the impact of perennial allergy on sleep, daily activities and productivity.

Methods

Adults with self-reported or physician-diagnosed perennial AR aged ≥ 18 years were recruited in Denmark, France, Germany and Sweden. Allergy sufferers were identified using online panels closely matching national population characteristics for each country. Impact on sleep, work, productivity and activity (by the Work, Productivity and Activity Index) were analysed. Descriptive analyses were conducted.

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SUBMITTER: Romano M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6896721 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature