Table 4 Patient reported activity restriction implications of chronic sialadenitis
From: Development of a patient reported outcome instrument for chronic sialadenitis
Activity restriction domains | Number of participants (N = 10) | Total mentions | Illustrative quote |
|---|---|---|---|
Restricted eating | 7 | 24 | “I think I ate maybe one or two little things per day because I couldn't deal with anything else.” -Interview 3 |
Disrupted sleep | 5 | 11 | “It’s really really bad. It’s trouble falling asleep and waking up every couple of hours.” -Interview 7 |
Time off occupation/studies/housework | 4 | 9 | “Oh absolutely, yes when I get a flare up. I’ve missed work over it.” -Interview 7 |
“…because it got uncomfortable and you wouldn’t want to go to class.” -Interview 8 |