Description of characteristics of asthmatic patients
| Characteristic | All patients (n=11) |
|---|---|
| Female | 11/19 (58%) |
| Age (y) | 56 (59–75) |
| Daily ICS dose (BDP equivalent µg) | 1684.2 (800–2000) |
| Taking daily oral prednisolone | 15/19 (78.9%) |
| Daily oral prednisolone dose | 6 mg (0–15 mg) |
| ACQ – 5 score | 2.06 (0.4–4.4) |
| Mini AQLQ score | 4.23 (1.73–6.70) |
| LCQ score | 13.89 (8.8–20.8) |
| CQLQ score | 60.74 (30 – 83) |
Demographic data is presented as mean values and ranges
BDP equivalent: Beclometasone equivalent dose ICS: Inhaled Corticosteroid
ACQ −5: The Asthma Control Questionnaire Mini AQLQ: The Mini Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire. LCQ: The Leicester Cough Questionnaire. CQLQ: The Cough Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire