Lung Allergy Care

Overview

Allergies can trigger asthma, chronic cough and other lung conditions. Identifying triggers and treating airway inflammation can greatly improve breathing.

Who it may help

• People with allergic asthma
• People whose breathing worsens with dust, pollen, pets or mould
• People with hay fever and chest symptoms
• People with allergic lung conditions such as allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis

What the service includes

Lung function tests, allergy testing, inhaler treatment and technique checks, trigger avoidance advice and treatment of nose and sinus allergies.

What to expect

An asthma action plan explains daily treatment and what to do if symptoms worsen.

At KIH

KIH's pulmonology team assesses and treats allergic lung conditions.