The children's reported medical problems; those admitted to SCBU
| Parent report n (%) | Control | Betamethasone |
|---|---|---|
| N=21 | N=8 | |
| Child ever wheezed or had whistling in the chest | 9 (43) | 2 (25) |
| Has the child ever had asthma | 6 (29) | 2 (25) |
| In the last year, has the child used any asthma inhalers or medicines | 7 (33) | 2 (25) |
| Has the child ever had a problem with sneezing or a runny/blocked nose when they did not have a cold | 11 (52) | 0 (0) |
| Has the child ever had hay fever | 9 (43) | 2 (25) |
| Has the child ever taken any regular nasal sprays or medicines | 8 (38) | 2 (25) |
| Has the child had an itchy rash which was coming and going for at least 6 months | 5 (24) | 1 (13) |
| Has the child ever had eczema | 9 (43) | 3 (38) |
| Has the child ever taken any creams or medicines for eczema | 9 (43) | 2 (25) |