Table 2 Univariate and multivariate analysis of factors associated with sensitization to aeroallergens
Variable | Positive skin prick test | P value | Adjusted odds ratio | Adjusted P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Age (increase in) | 0.15 | 1.06 (0.99–1.13) | 0.06 | |
BMI (increase in) | 0.46 | – | – | |
Sex | ||||
Male | 121 (41 %) | 0.77 | – | – |
Female | 135 (44.6 %) | |||
Family atopy | ||||
Yes | 114 (51.6 %) | 0.001 | 1.47 (1.02–2.10) | 0.03 |
No | 143 (37.7 %) | |||
Atopic dermatitis | ||||
Yes | 29 (56.9 %) | 0.03 | 1.52 (0.81–2.86) | 0.18 |
No | 228 (41.5 %) | |||
Carpet at home | ||||
Yes | 194 (44.7 %) | 0.13 | 1.21 (0.82–1.79) | 0.33 |
No | 63 (38 %) | |||
Cat | ||||
Yes | 78 (49.7 %) | 0.04 | 1.41 (0.96–2.09) | 0.07 |
No | 179 (40.4 %) | |||
Dog | ||||
Yes | 74 (43 %) | 0.95 | – | – |
No | 183 (42.8 %) | |||
Moulds | ||||
Yes | 159 (45.2 %) | 0.16 | 0.98 (0.68–1.41) | 0.94 |
No | 98 (39.5 %) | |||
Allergic rhinitis symptoms | ||||
Yes | 174 (57.8 %) | <0.001 | 3.12 (2.19–4.42) | <0.001 |
No | 83 (27.8 %) | |||
Wheezing during the last 12 months | ||||
Yes | 34 (68 %) | <0.001 | 2.43 (1.27–4.66) | 0.007 |
No | 223 (40.5 %) | |||