Common Respiratory Conditions
- Asthma (wheezing, breathlessness, worse at night or with dust/cold)
- Chronic bronchitis (persistent cough, common in smokers)
- Allergic rhinitis & post-nasal drip (top cause of chronic dry cough)
- Pneumonia and chest infections
Red Flags — Seek Care Urgently
Coughing blood, severe breathlessness at rest, chest pain with breathing, high persistent fever, sudden worsening of known asthma.
Diagnosis
History and chest examination, chest X-ray, spirometry (the gold standard breathing test for asthma/COPD), allergy assessment, TB testing where indicated.
Treatment
- Asthma: modern inhaler therapy with proper technique teaching plus trigger control.
- Chronic cough: treatment targets the actual cause.
- Infections: antibiotics only when bacterial.
Respiratory Treatment Cost in Islamabad
Consultation with X-ray and spirometry typically costs PKR 4,000–12,000.
Lung Care at KM Clinics, Islamabad
Complete respiratory evaluation at Atrium Plaza A, opposite GIGA Mall, under Dr. Ausaf Ul Mir (MBBS, MD USA, FACEP). Address: Office #21, Ground Floor, Atrium Plaza A, Opposite GIGA Mall, Islamabad. Phone/WhatsApp: 0334 7770446. Hours: Monday–Friday 10 AM–10 PM, Saturday 10 AM–9 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is too long for a cough to last?
More than 8 weeks is chronic and needs evaluation.
Are inhalers addictive?
No — this is a myth; inhalers are the safest long-term asthma treatment.
Can smog cause permanent lung damage?
Chronic heavy exposure worsens asthma and COPD; persistent symptoms need care.
Is it asthma or just an allergy?
Spirometry distinguishes them and guides correct treatment.