First allergy clinic opened at Chest Hospital
The Hindu
The first allergy clinic at a Telangana government hospital was inaugurated at Government General and Chest Hospital at Erragadda on Wednesday.Tests and treatment for allergies at private hospitals co
The first allergy clinic at a Telangana government hospital was inaugurated at Government General and Chest Hospital at Erragadda on Wednesday.
Tests and treatment for allergies at private hospitals cost from a few thousand to lakh. This would be offered free at the government facility.
Director of Medical Education Dr. K. Ramesh Reddy, who inaugurated the clinic, said that it was suggested by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao mainly for the poor. The DME said that allergies are seen in over 30% of the population in various intensities and forms. Some may have mild symptoms while some consult doctors in life threatening situations.
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