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Childhood asthma in Qatar

S T Dawod1, A A Hussain

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar.

Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology : Official Publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology
|October 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

This study profiles childhood asthma in Qatar, finding earlier onset and incense (Bokhour) as a key trigger compared to other nations. These insights aid in better asthma management for children.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Childhood asthma is a significant global health concern with varying prevalence rates.
  • Understanding regional asthma profiles is crucial for effective public health strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize the clinical profile of pediatric asthma cases in Qatar.
  • To compare these findings with international asthma data.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 414 outpatient asthmatic children.
  • Data collection via clinical questionnaires, physical examinations, and laboratory tests.

Main Results:

  • Mean age of onset was young, with 70% experiencing first episodes within two years.
  • Viral infections (95.17%) and incense (Bokhour, 54% of fume triggers) were primary factors.
  • High rates of allergic disease (86% family history, 80.4% positive skin tests) and elevated IgE (61.59%) were observed.

Conclusions:

  • Qatari children present with asthma at a younger age than in many other countries.
  • Bokhour (incense) is identified as a significant, regionally specific precipitating factor.
  • Findings support tailored asthma management strategies for this population.

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