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CHIGOEYR (CHIGOEYR)
Woman had chigoe fleas in past year
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Description

CHIGOEYR indicates whether the woman had chigoe fleas or jiggers (Tunga penetrans) on her feet or elsewhere on her body in the last 12 months. These parasitic insects can cause painful skin lesions (Tungiasis) and secondary infections.

Comparability

CHIGOEYR has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

CHIGOEYR is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe

  • Burundi 2016: All women age 15-49.
  • Burundi: 2016-W, 2016-C, 2016-B, 2016-W