Number of dentists and controls indicating that they had had conditions and symptoms
| Dentists (n=170) n (%) | Controls (n=179) n (%) | p Value | Corrected p value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conditions: | ||||
| Kidney disorders | 11 (6.5) | 1 (0.6) | 0.004 | 0.028 |
| Fertility problems | 5 (3.0) | 2 (1.1) | 0.41 | |
| Blood disorders | 4 (2.4) | 7 (3.9) | 0.60 | |
| Heart or lung disorders | 10 (5.9) | 14 (7.8) | 0.62 | |
| Liver disorders | 4 (2.4) | 3 (1.7) | 0.94 | |
| Immune system disorders | 4 (2.4) | 3 (1.7) | 0.94 | |
| Nervous system disorders | 7 (4.1) | 7 (3.9) | 1.00 | |
| Symptoms: | ||||
| Memory disturbance | 44 (25.9) | 17 (9.4) | <0.0001 | <0.001 |
| Loss of appetite | 11 (6.5) | 24 (13.3) | 0.032 | 0.26 |
| Tiredness | 106 (62.4) | 101 (56.1) | 0.24 | |
| Hand tremor | 18 (10.6) | 13 (7.2) | 0.27 | |
| Gastrointestinal disturbance | 44 (25.9) | 40 (22.2) | 0.42 | |
| Problems with sleeping | 60 (35.3) | 65 (36.1) | 0.87 | |
| Poor concentration | 55 (32.4) | 59 (32.8) | 0.93 | |
| Nervousness | 38 (22.4) | 40 (22.2) | 0.98 | |