Demographic and socioeconomic indicators in those with rapid or slow onset asthma
| Rapid (n=27) | Slow (n=289) | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demographics | |||
| Mean (SD) age | 26.9 (9.5) | 30.2 (10.3) | NS |
| Sex (% male) | 52% | 26% | <0.0052-151 |
| Current smoker | 27% | 32% | NS |
| Socioeconomic | |||
| Paid job | 67% | 49% | NS |
| Only income of household a social security benefit | 11% | 34% | <0.012-151 |
| Private medical insurance | 44% | 28% | <0.062-151 |
| Put off going to GP because of cost | 26% | 42% | NS |
| Unable to afford prescription costs | 19% | 39% | <0.04 |
↵2-151 χ2 test.