Prevalence and determinants of allergic rhinitis among high school students exposed to industry allergens in Eastern Ethiopia

The current study found a lower magnitude of allergic rhinitis compared to the previous studies conducted in African countries. Having a smoker family member, distance between the house and nearest traffic road, distance between the house and nearest factory, and family history of allergy rhinitis were factors associated with allergy rhinitis. Hence, provision of health education to encourage people to stop smoking is strongly recommended. Similarly, persons with a family history of allergic rhinitis should minimize exposure to polluted environment and other trigger factors.