The Allergy And Asthma Institute, Pakistan.

The Allergy And Asthma Institute, Pakistan.
The Allergy and Asthma Institute is for the
Allergy and Asthma Patients and this institute
also works on the WHO projects. Dr Osman
Yusuf is the Chief consultant for Allergy &
Asthma Institute of Pakistan. Dr. Osman has also
remained Consultant incharge of Affiliate
Centre - WHO Collaborating Centre for Rhinitis
& Asthma, Advisor to World Health Organization
- Global Alliance against Respiratory Diseases
(GARD).
ABOUT
The Allergy and Asthma Institute is for the Allergy and Asthma Patients and this institute also works on the WHO projects. Dr Osman Yusuf is the Chief consultant for Allergy & Asthma Institute of Pakistan. Dr. Osman has also remained Consultant incharge of Affiliate Centre – WHO Collaborating Centre for Rhinitis & Asthma, Advisor to World Health Organization – Global Alliance against Respiratory Diseases (GARD). This is the only dedicated research institute for allergic diseases in the country Established in 1993, we proudly provide state of the art allergy diagnostic and treatment facilities for all types of allergic diseases.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to our patients, with a focus on treating and managing allergies and asthma. We believe that every patient deserves the highest level of care, and we are committed to delivering that care in a supportive and understanding environment. Our team of medical professionals is dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest research and treatment options, ensuring that our patients receive the most advanced care possible.
Our Services
At Allergy and Asthma Institute Pakistan, we offer a wide range of services to help our patients manage their allergies and asthma. Our services include allergy testing, asthma management, immunotherapy, and more. We believe that by providing a comprehensive range of services, we can help our patients achieve optimal health and well-being. Our team of medical professionals is committed to working closely with our patients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and concerns.
About Allergy
Certainly! Allergies are a common health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. An allergy is an immune system response to a substance that the body perceives as a threat, even though it is harmless to most people. These substances are known as allergens and can include things like pollen, dust, certain foods, medications, and pet dander, among others.When an allergen enters the body, the immune system produces antibodies called Immunoglobulin E (IgE) to fight it off. This triggers the release of chemicals, such as histamine, which cause the symptoms associated with an allergic reaction. Common symptoms of allergies include sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, skin rash, and difficulty breathing.
About Asthma
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the airways, causing them to become inflamed and narrowed, which makes it difficult to breathe. Asthma can range in severity from mild to severe and can be a lifelong condition. The exact cause of asthma is not known, but it is thought to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Asthma triggers can include allergies, respiratory infections, exercise, air pollution, and stress, among others. Symptoms of asthma can include:WheezingShortness of breathChest tightnessCoughing, especially at night or early in the morning.

How we treat our Patients?

All patients attending our Islamabad or Lahore clinics are carefully evaluated with a detailed clinical history and a relevant physical examination.
Since the symptoms of allergy overlap with many other illnesses. Our specially trained physicians attempt to diagnose the patients condition with minimum of diagnostic test, except the absolute essential once, If required.

Our initial attempt is to treat the symptoms with preventative measures and simple pharmacological Treatment (Medicine).

What type of allergy testing do we perform?

The type of allergy testing depends on the history, symptoms, location, environment and life style of the patient. The gold standard for the diagnoses of common allergic diseases is by skin prick testing. The allergens (substances, which cause allergy) to be tested are selected form a wide range of allergens available depending on the requirement of the patient. Skin prick allergy testing can include between 30 to 80 tests in our session, and can last up to one hour.

Why do we perform Allergy Testing?

In Case a Simple trial of
pharmacological treatment (Medicine) is unsuccessful,only then do we plan to
advise or perform further tests, including allergy testing.

What type of treatment do we provide?

Once an allergy test is suggestive of any specific substance causing the
symptoms of the allergy, appropriate preventative and treatment measures are advised.
  • Grand Trunk Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
  • 5th floor Al-Shifa , Main G.T. Road, Near Ayub Park, Rawalpindi, Punjab