The predictors of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease among University students: A cross sectional study in the western region of Saudi Arabia
Journal Title: The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 73, Issue 1
Abstract
<strong>Background: </strong>Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common health problems that cause a financial burden on healthcare systems worldwide. The prevalence of GERD in Saudi Arabia is steadily increasing. There is a paucity of data regarding GERD among University students.<br /> <strong>Material and Methods: </strong>This cross-sectional observational study was conducted to assess the prevalence of GERD among male students of Taif University in the western region of Saudi Arabia in addition to determining the risk factors associated with the occurrence of GERD. Data were collected through a self-administration questionnaire. In addition, weight and height were measured to calculate the body mass index (BMI) of participating students.<br /> <strong>Results: </strong>Of 464 students who participated from different colleges of the University; More than half of the male students in Taif University (53.2%, 95% CI= 48.7% to 57.8%) suffer from GERD. There was higher prevalence among smokers, overweight and obese students, those who drink plenty of soft drinks. Students with hypertension, psychiatric diseases, diabetes mellitus, asthma or irritable bowel syndrome had higher prevalence of reflux. GERD was significantly present among students with history of psychological stress. <strong>Conclusion: </strong>Special consideration should be given to raising the awareness of about gastro esophageal reflux disease among the public and its controllable risk factors. The psychological stress among University students needs to be tackled to decrease reflux among them.
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Eman Helal
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