Prevalence of self‐reported respiratory symptoms in rural areas of Iran in 2000

Golshan, Mohammad; Esteki, Behnoosh; Dadvand, Payam

doi:10.1046/j.1440-1843.2002.00375.x

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“…Similar cross‐sectional studies with different methodology and sample size have been performed in some cities of Iran. Accordingly, the prevalence of asthma in Urmia (northwest of Iran), Sari (north of Iran), Mashhad (northeast of Iran) and rural areas of Isfahan was estimated to be 3.3%, 13.3%, 2.8%, 2.3% and 6.1%, respectively. In spite of limited studies in different cities of Iran and lack of periodic investigations, the prevalence of asthma seems to have increased as compared by the results of the present national survey in each city (data not shown).…”

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The prevalence of asthma in Iranian adults: The first national survey and the most recent updates

Fazlollahi

Najmi

Fallahnezhad

et al. 2018

Clinical Respiratory J

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The prevalence of asthma in Iranian adults: The first national survey and the most recent updates

Fazlollahi

Najmi

Fallahnezhad

et al. 2018

Clinical Respiratory J

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“…In Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, ever physician diagnosis of asthma varied from 1.1% in 1999 to 4.7% in 2009 [22, 23]. In Iran, three different local area surveys found current asthma prevalence as 1.4-6.1% [24, 25, 26]. In Al Ain, the United Arab Emirates, asthma prevalence was the highest as 12%, but the definition was not strict [27].…”

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Epidemiology of adult asthma in Asia: toward a better understanding

Song

Kang

Chang

et al. 2014

Asia Pacific Allergy

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Asia is the world's most dynamic area. Asthma is a major chronic disease in Asia, like other continents. However, unlike childhood asthma, the epidemiological burden of asthma in Asian adults has been unclear. Here we reviewed the currently available literatures on the epidemiology of adult asthma in the Asian community populations. Adult asthma prevalence was generally lower in Asian than in Europe, but the increasing trends suggested the disease burden to rise in the near future. However, for better understanding, it may be essential to prepare for the Asian multinational network for the standardization and collaboration of research.

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“…These types of exposures were selected based on reports of previous studies that demonstrated an increased risk of respiratory or allergy symptoms in some of these settings. [15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24] Individual residents were asked "Whether you had experienced respiratory symptoms (wheezing and/or breathlessness and/or bad cough) in the last 12 months." In addition, information regarding sex, age, and smoking habits were obtained by the detailed questionnaire.…”

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Respiratory Symptoms and Hamsters or Other Pets: A Large-sized Population Survey in Saitama Prefecture

Suzuki

Kayaba

Tanuma

et al. 2005

Journal of Epidemiology

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BACKGROUND: Keeping hamsters as pets has been increasing markedly. Clinical reports have suggested that hamster or other pet ownership is associated with respiratory symptoms. However, this association has not been fully investigated by population-based studies in Japan. The aim of the present study was to investigate the relationship between hamster ownership and respiratory symptoms by using a questionnaire. METHODS: During the period of August 1 to 20, 2002, we conducted a cross-sectional survey in Saitama Prefecture, which has a total population of approximately 7 million. First, we selected, proportionally to the population size, 100 areas from 5 administration districts of Saitama Prefecture. From each area, 30 households were chosen: 15 living in detached houses and 15 living in other types of dwelling, such as apartment houses. In this way, 2 groups based on type of dwelling (detached house versus other types) could be studied. A lay away plan was carried out. For the survey, 2 questionnaires were developed. One was a questionnaire dealing with household conditions, including pet keeping. The other sought details regarding individual health and lifestyle conditions. The questionnaire dealing with respiratory symptoms asked “whether the respondents had experienced respiratory symptoms (wheezing and/or breathlessness and/or bad cough) in the last 12 months.” RESULTS: The response rate was 78.9%. There were 7,395 respondents in 2,368 households. There was no association between either dog or cat ownership and respiratory symptoms. In contrast, hamsters kept in the home were positively associated with respiratory symptoms. In a multivariate logistic regression analysis, hamster ownership increased the odds ratio for respiratory symptoms (odds ratio: 1.57; 95% confidence interval: 1.18-2.10). CONCLUSION: This large size population-survey indicated that hamster ownership is associated with respiratory symptoms.

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Prevalence of self‐reported respiratory symptoms in rural areas of Iran in 2000

Abstract: Asthma, chronic bronchitis and other respiratory disorders in rural Isfahan are more prevalent than expected for a young rural population with low smoking rates. The cause of this should be investigated.

Cited by 6 publications

References 25 publications

The prevalence of asthma in Iranian adults: The first national survey and the most recent updates

The prevalence of asthma in Iranian adults: The first national survey and the most recent updates

Epidemiology of adult asthma in Asia: toward a better understanding

Respiratory Symptoms and Hamsters or Other Pets: A Large-sized Population Survey in Saitama Prefecture

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