Table 8 Logistic regression results: Variables significantly associated with ED presentation with allergy (including rash) vs any other condition, by 5 years of age
Variable | Total children (n) | Self-report allergy (%) | Crude odds ratio (95% CI) | P value | Adjusted odds ratio (95% CI) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Season of birth | ||||||
Spring | 1177 | 9.6% | 1.6 (1.1, 2.3) | 0.008 | 1.7 (1.1, 2.7) | 0.011 |
Other season | 759 | 6.2% | 1.0† | 1.0a | ||
Mother has asthma | ||||||
Yes | 62 | 14.5% | 2.3 (1.1,4.7) | 0.026 | 2.3 (1.1,4.9) | 0.025 |
No | 1468 | 7.0% | 1.0† | 1.0† | ||