沙特阿拉伯南部地区过敏性结膜炎的临床特征:一项横断面研究。

IF 2.3 Q2 OPHTHALMOLOGY Therapeutic Advances in Ophthalmology Pub Date : 2024-11-04 eCollection Date: 2024-01-01 DOI:10.1177/25158414241294020
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背景:过敏性结膜炎是一种常见的眼部疾病,其特点是对各种过敏原的超敏反应导致结膜发炎。了解过敏性结膜炎的流行病学和临床特征对于有效管理和公共卫生干预至关重要:这项横断面研究调查了沙特阿拉伯南部地区居民过敏性结膜炎的发病率、诱发因素和相关因素。通过谷歌表格进行结构化问卷调查,收集数据。统计分析使用 IBM SPSS 进行,包括描述性统计和双变量/多变量分析:通过在线平台的便利抽样,共招募了 693 名参与者。其中,73.9%的参与者报告了眼部症状,26.1%的参与者未报告眼部症状。灰尘是最常见的眼部症状诱因(32.9%),其次是眼药水/隐形眼镜(8.7%)、动物皮屑(6.9%)和化学物质(5.8%)。值得注意的是,39.7%的人表示全年都有眼部症状。尽管眼部症状很普遍,但只有 26.7% 的人咨询过眼科医生。多变量分析显示,性别和症状的季节性变化与过敏性结膜炎的诊断有关。与男性相比,女性被诊断为过敏性结膜炎的几率比(OR)较低(OR:0.62,95% CI:0.29-1.31),而无特定季节症状的参与者被诊断为过敏性结膜炎的几率明显较低(OR:0.28,95% CI:0.11-0.72)。过敏性鼻炎病史与过敏性结膜炎的诊断有很强的正相关性(OR:3.77,95% CI:1.83-7.75):这项研究凸显了沙特阿拉伯南部地区过敏性结膜炎所造成的巨大负担,以及受影响人群对医疗服务利用不足的问题。要有效管理和减轻过敏性结膜炎对患者和医疗系统的影响,就必须采取有针对性的干预措施并提高人们的认识。
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Clinical characteristics of allergic conjunctivitis in the Southern region of Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Allergic conjunctivitis is a prevalent ocular condition characterized by inflammation of the conjunctiva due to hypersensitivity reactions to various allergens. Understanding its epidemiology and clinical characteristics is crucial for effective management and public health interventions.

Methods: This cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence, triggers, and associated factors of allergic conjunctivitis among residents of the Southern region of Saudi Arabia. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire administered through Google Forms. Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS, including descriptive statistics and bivariable/multivariable analyses.

Results: A total of 693 participants were recruited through convenience sampling via online platforms. Among the participants, 73.9% reported ocular symptoms, while 26.1% did not. Dust emerged as the most common trigger for ocular symptoms (32.9%), followed by eye drops/contact lenses (8.7%), animal dander (6.9%), and chemicals (5.8%). Notably, 39.7% reported experiencing ocular symptoms throughout the year. Despite the prevalence of ocular symptoms, only 26.7% consulted an ophthalmologist. Multivariable analysis revealed that gender and seasonal variation in symptoms were associated with allergic conjunctivitis diagnosis. Females showed a lower odds ratio (OR) of being diagnosed with allergic conjunctivitis compared to males (OR: 0.62, 95% CI: 0.29-1.31), and participants experiencing symptoms with no specific season had significantly lower odds of being diagnosed with allergic conjunctivitis (OR: 0.28, 95% CI: 0.11-0.72). A history of allergic rhinitis demonstrated a strong positive association with allergic conjunctivitis diagnosis (OR: 3.77, 95% CI: 1.83-7.75).

Conclusion: The study highlights the considerable burden of allergic conjunctivitis and the underutilization of healthcare services among affected individuals in the Southern region of Saudi Arabia. Tailored interventions and increased awareness are essential for effective management and mitigation of allergic conjunctivitis's impact on affected individuals and healthcare systems.

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