Data Collection
Sociodemographic characteristics (age and sex), duration of asthma
symptoms, allergic sensitization to inhalant allergens, number of asthma
exacerbations in the past year, use of inhaled steroids, smoking history
among the family members, family history of allergic diseases were
recorded. Body weight and height measurements were undertaken at
presentation as well as IOS measurements. Test for Respiratory and
Asthma Control in Kids (TRACK) scores were recorded.