Is there an association between disease ignorance and self-rated health? The HUNT Study, a cross-sectional survey

摘要: Objective To explore whether awareness versus unawareness of thyroid dysfunction, diabetes mellitus or hypertension is associated with self-rated health. Design Large-scale, cross-sectional population-based study. The association between function, and blood pressure health was explored by multiple logistic regression analysis. Setting second survey the Nord-Trondelag Health Study, HUNT2, 1995–1997. Participants 33 734 persons aged 40–70 years. Primary outcome measures Logistic used to estimate ORs for good as a function status, status status. Results Persons aware their hypothyroidism, reported poorer than individuals without such conditions. Women unknown subclinical hypothyroidism better women normal In men, probable well mild/moderate not Furthermore, severe normotensive persons. Conclusions People undiagnosed but prevalent often have health, while when diagnoses, they report reduced Use screening, more sensitive tests widened diagnostic criteria might negative effect on perceived in population.