Browsing by Subject "Asthma"
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Aspergillus sensitisation and asthma in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-10-31)Background: Asthma is one of the neglected diseases in Africa and occurs at a high prevalence. Allergic fungal diseases have been reported to complicate asthma progression and treatment outcomes. Aspergillus fumigatus ... -
Effects of Helminth Infections on Type-2 Immune Responses in children with asthma
(Makerere University, 2023-11-14)Background: Both asthma and helminths demonstrate a predominant type-2 immune response. Additionally, helminths have been demonstrated to have immuno-modulatory roles in allergic conditions such as asthma. Therefore, the ... -
Level of asthma control and factors influencing asthma control among asthma patients presenting to the Chest Clinic at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2012)Introduction: Asthma is one of the most common chronic non-communicable diseases globally and currently affects approximately 300 million people worldwide. Asthma management guidelines emphasize achievement and maintenance ... -
The prevalence and factors associated with allergic rhinitis among asthma patients 3 to 18 years attending the chest clinics at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2015-08)Introduction Allergic rhinitis is the most common allergic respiratory disorder globally. It constitutes a public health problem with a prevalence of 10% - 40%. The trend is increasing, affecting 19% of the general ... -
Prevalence of asthma and characteristics of primary school children with asthma in Kampala distict
(Makerere University, 2011)Introduction/Background: Asthma is a global problem, with an estimated 300 million people affected including 50 million Africans. On the whole, Asthma and allergic diseases have increased in the developed countries and ...