Methods
The cross-sectional survey Global Asthma Network validated questionnaire
was self-completed by adolescents 13-14 years of age in the school
setting from the main cities of Kosovo: Ferizaj, Gjakova, Gjilan, Peja,
Prishtina and Prizren. Atopic eczema symptoms and diagnosis was put in
relation with the environmental questionnaire which included questions
on smoking; pet ownership; paracetamol use, truck traffic; siblings;
time spent using screens or watching television; and exercise.
Additionally, height and weight were measured at school.