Oral symptoms significantly higher among long-term khat () users in Ethiopia
OBJECTIVES: Associations between khat (Catha edulis) chewing and different adverse oral-dental health conditions have been reported, yet evidence is still lacking. This study was designed to investigate the association between long-term regular khat chewing and self-reported oral symptoms. METHODS:...
Main Authors: | Ayalew Astatkie, Meaza Demissie, Yemane Berhane, Alemayehu Worku |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Korean Society of Epidemiology
2015-02-01
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Series: | Epidemiology and Health |
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Online Access: | http://www.e-epih.org/upload/pdf/epih-37-e2015009.pdf |
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