Research Article

Prevalence of Allergies among University Students: A Study from Ajman, United Arab Emirates

Table 2

Gender-based distribution of allergic disorders among university students.

AllergiesMaleFemaleTotal value

Allergic conjunctivitis25 (24%)79 (76%)104<0.05
Allergic dermatitis21 (23.5%)66 (76.5%)89NS
Eczema12 (31.5%)26 (68.5%)38NS
Dust allergies18 (31%)40 (69%)58NS
Food allergies6 (25%)18 (75%)24NS
Drug allergies6 (33.3%)12 (66.7%)18NS
Pollen allergies4 (30.7%)9 (69.3%)13NS