Description

MLSYMAPPVOM indicates whether the female respondent reported lack of appetite or vomiting as a symptom of malaria.

The related variable MLSYMAPP indicates whether the female respondent reported lack of appetite only as a symptom of malaria.

The related variable MLSYMVOM indicates whether the female respondent reported vomiting only as a symptom of malaria.

The related variable MLSYMVOMDIA indicates whether the female respondent reported vomiting or diarrhea as a symptom of malaria.

Comparability

Apart from universe differences and slight differences in question wording (described below), MLSYMAPPVOM is largely comparable across samples.

Comparability - Standard DHS

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

Universe