Table 2.
Factor loading of items in the Chinese version of DrHy-Q
| Item | Factor loading |
|---|---|
| Since I am unable to take drugs every illness limits me more than other people. | 0.720 |
| I am afraid of being administered a drug during an emergency to which I am allergic. | 0.808 |
| I feel frightened due to my problem of allergy reaction. | 0.838 |
| The problem of adverse reaction to drugs affects my life. | 0.863 |
| I would like the allergist’s opinion before taking drugs prescribed by other specialists. | 0.590 |
| Even a little discomfort for me is a problem. | 0.861 |
| The fact that I cannot use medication safely made me feel different from others. | 0.844 |
| I feel anxious due to my problem of allergy reaction. | 0.871 |
| For each disease I would be confident that there is a drug that I can safely take. | 0.613 |
| I am afraid I could not deal with the pain. | 0.723 |
| I feel anguished due to my problem of allergy reaction. | 0.863 |
| I worry every time I take a drug different from ones that cause my allergic reactions. | 0.826 |
| I give up leisure activities (sport, vacations, and trips) because of my problem. | 0.666 |
| I’m in a bad mood due to my problem of allergy reaction. | 0.697 |
| The idea of taking a medicine makes me feel anxious. | 0.799 |