Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (SM)
Udupi, Apr 30: On Tuesday May 1, from 9 am onwards, a free asthma evaluation, treatment and education camp will be conducted at Dr TMA Pai Hospital here.
A press release stated that the doctors will perform free spirometry (lung function testing) for all patients. Asthma, a lung disease is characterized by variable reversible airway obstruction. Patients suffering from asthma have episodic wheezing. Most of the time, for many years, it can be controlled without symptoms, but it cannot be completely cured.
The situation may be worsened even with medications, if it is not treated properly. Hence appropriate and regular treatment is essential to prevent complications, stated Dr Ram Bhat, Professor and Head of department of medicine of the Hospital, according to the press release.
Those interested may contact 2526501/502 for registration.