Twin cities see surge in asthma and allergies

the advent of the winter season, hospitals in the twins cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad are witnessing a rush of patients complaining of asthma, seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, skin rashes, urticaria, angioedema and other dermatological problems.

Talking to a private news channel, senior pulmonologist of Pakistan Institute of Medical Science (PIMS), Dr Rehana Kousar, said the change of weather was the main cause of ailments and people should take preventive measures. (APP)