Table 3.
Reported Indications for Antibiotic Use among Study Participants
| Indications for Antimicrobial Usea | Cases (n = 140), No. (%) | Controls (n = 23), No. (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Ear, sinus, or upper respiratory tract infection | 31 (22.1) | 4 (17.4) |
| Skin infection | 27 (19.3) | 4 (17.4) |
| Dental surgery | 22 (15.7) | 3 (13.0) |
| Dental cleaning | 5 (3.6) | 2 (8.7) |
| Urinary tract infection treatment | 17 (12.1) | 0 (0) |
| Urinary tract infection prophylaxis | 6 (4.3) | 0 (0) |
| Bronchitis or pneumonia | 13 (9.3) | 1 (4.4) |
| Surgery | 4 (2.9) | 3 (13.0) |
| Eye infection | 2 (1.4) | 1 (4.4) |
| Acne | 0 (0) | 2 (8.7) |
| Other | 29 (20.7) | 4 (17.4) |
| Unknown reason | 1 (0.7) | 0 (0) |
aA study participant can indicate more than one indication for antibiotic use.