The DHS Program, which manages registration and access for IPUMS DHS, is again reviewing new user applications and requests for expanded access from currently approved users.
FSSUPPORT
(FSSUPPORT)
Received support from family for fistula
Codes and Frequencies
Description
FSSUPPORT indicates whether the respondent's family members supported her while she was experiencing fistula.
Comparability
In addition to universe differences and slight differences in question wording, FSSUPPORT varies in the number of response categories. To maximize comparability, IPUMS-DHS uses composite coding, with "No" responses having a first digit of "0," and "Yes" responses having a first digit of "1." The second digit provides more detail when this additional information is available.
Comparability - Standard DHS
FSSUPPORT is a country-specific variable, and it is included in neither any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire nor any phase of the standard DHS module on fistula.
Universe
- Afghanistan 2015: Ever-married women age 15-49 who have ever experienced fistula and who sought treatment for it.
- Ethiopia 2016: Women age 15-49 who have ever experienced fistula and who sought treatment for it.
