Abstract
Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common public health issue among students. Methodology: A total of 300 undergraduate students were selected through multistage cluster sampling from three public-sector universities. Sino-nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22) and Rhinosinusitis Disability Index (RSDI) were used for determining the quality of life. Chi-square and independent t-test were used. Results: About 46% and 54% (p = 0.001) of social science and health science students were suffering from CRS, respectively. Around 7% and 9% of CRS patients had poor quality of life according to SNOT-22 and RSDI, respectively (p = 0.042 and p = 0.032, respectively). Conclusion: Quality of life was affected in all domains of SNOT-22 and RSDI.
Plain language summaryRhinosinusitis is a common problem in society. Students are affected commonly because of exposure and low awareness. This study determines the burden of flu among medical and nonmedical students. We conducted the survey in public-sector universities. Results of study found that medical students were more suffering from chronic flu. This flu affected the social and family life. Common symptoms are pain in the face, pain in the eye and continuous headache. There is need to increase awareness among students regarding flu.