Table 3 Prevalence of respiratory and non-respiratory symptoms among scented candle users (n=472)
Types of health problems amongst participants in the last 12 months? | n (%) |
|---|---|
Headache | 72 (15.2) |
Asthma attack | 4 (0.8) |
Sinusitis | 13 (2.7) |
Cough | 37 (7.8) |
Shortness of breath | 42 (8.9) |
Skin irritation | 6 (1.3) |
Other | 17 (3.6) |
Only one symptom | 73 (15.5) |
Two symptoms | 32 (6.8) |
More than 2 symptoms | 12 (2.5) |
Total participants reporting adverse health problems | 117 (24.8%) |