Chest and Allergy Centre Cape Town City Centre

Chest and Allergy Centre, Cape Town City Centre

About

Welcome to the Chest and Allergy Centre in Cape Town City Centre! We specialize in providing top-tier paediatric pulmonology and allergy care in a state-of-the-art, child-friendly environment. Our team of highly skilled specialists is dedicated to offering comprehensive care for children from birth to 18 years old. Whether your child needs a routine wellness check or advanced diagnostic services, we ensure the best possible care and attention.

Our combined paediatric pulmonology and allergy services are tailored to meet the individual needs of each child, addressing a wide variety of respiratory and allergic conditions. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach, supported by a multi-disciplinary team to provide well-rounded care for both common and complex health issues.

Services

At the Chest and Allergy Centre, we offer a wide range of specialized services to meet the diverse needs of children with respiratory and allergic conditions.

Paediatric Pulmonology and Allergy Consultations

• First Appointments: Initial consultations typically last between 45 minutes to an hour, and where necessary, further diagnostic services will be included.
• General Paediatric Appointments: These sessions, ranging from 20 to 40 minutes, cater to children with acute illnesses, as well as those requiring general infant and childhood wellness checks.

Specialised Services

• Bee Venom Immunotherapy: A targeted treatment for bee venom allergies.
• Bronchoscopy: A procedure to examine the airways and lungs for abnormalities.
• Food Challenge Testing: A controlled test to determine food allergies.
• Immunotherapy: Allergy treatment aimed at desensitizing the immune system.
• Lung Function Testing: Evaluations to assess lung health and capacity.
• Oral Immunotherapy for Food (OIT): A treatment to manage food allergies.
• Skin Prick Allergy Testing: A test to identify allergic reactions to specific substances.
• Sleep Studies (Polysomnography): A comprehensive assessment of sleep-related breathing disorders.

Inpatient Care

For children who require hospitalization, we offer inpatient services in our dedicated, child-friendly paediatric ward. We also operate a paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) to provide specialized care for critically ill children. A comprehensive multi-disciplinary team works together to provide the best care for each child.

Additional Information

The Chest and Allergy Centre provides expert care for a broad spectrum of conditions, including but not limited to:

• General Paediatric Problems: From acute illnesses to chronic conditions.
• Respiratory Conditions: Asthma, chronic cough, congenital lung abnormalities, cystic fibrosis, recurrent infections, and more.
• Allergic Conditions: Seasonal and food allergies, eczema, anaphylaxis, hives, rhinitis, and immunodeficiencies.
• Other Specialized Conditions: Primary ciliary dyskinesia, neuromuscular conditions, sleep-related breathing disorders, and ventilator-dependent children.

Who Should See an Allergologist?

Children who experience severe reactions to bee stings, food allergies, asthma attacks that lead to hospitalizations, and recurring symptoms of allergic rhinitis or eczema should consider visiting an allergologist. If traditional medications are ineffective, allergen immunotherapy may be recommended.

Who Should See a Paediatric Pulmonologist?

If your child exhibits abnormal breathing patterns, recurrent asthma attacks, chronic cough, or has conditions such as cystic fibrosis, congenital lung abnormalities, or chronic lung disease, a visit to a paediatric pulmonologist is essential. Children who experience frequent chest infections, wheezing, or snoring most nights would also benefit from specialized pulmonology care.

For more information or to book an appointment, please contact us. We are committed to providing the highest quality care for your child’s respiratory and allergic health.