Table 9 Logistic regression results. Variables significantly associated with ED presentation with allergy (excluding 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 | 1131 | 5.9% | 1.7 (1.1, 2.7) | 0.02 | 2.2 (1.2, 4.0) | 0.011 |
Other season | 738 | 3.5% | 1.0a | 1.0a | ||
Mother has asthma | ||||||
Yes | 59 | 10.2% | 2.9 (1.2,6.9) | 0.015 | 3.0 (1.2,7.3) | 0.016 |
No | 1419 | 3.8% | 1.0a | 1.0a | ||