Asthma prevalence and associated factors among lebanese adults: the first national survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

No national research has yet explored the prevalence of asthma among adults in Lebanon. This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of physician-diagnosed asthma and current asthma, and their determinants among Lebanese adults 16 years old or above.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was carried out using a multistage cluster sampling. The questionnaire used collected information on asthma, respiratory symptoms, and risk factors.

Results

The prevalence of physician-diagnosed asthma was 6.7% (95% CI 5-8.7%), and that of current asthma was 5% (95% CI 3.6-6.9%). Chronic symptoms such as cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath were worst at night. Factors positively associated with physician-diagnosed asthma were a secondary educational level (adjusted OR, aOR = 4

SUBMITTER: Akiki Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8120928 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature