ABC of Allergies (ABC Series) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0727912364 ISBN 13: 9780727912367

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 1998

Synopsis

The ABC of Allergies is a thorough and practical guide to the treatment and diagnosis of allergies. Now in its second edition, this fully revised and updated text contains information about all major allergies, including food allergies, adverse drug reactions, venom allergy, anaphylaxis and hay fever. Asthma, rhinitis and allergic skin and eye diseases are also covered in great depth and there are new chapters on latex allergy, allergy to local and general anaesthetic drugs and allergen immunotherapy. The chapters all written by internationally acclaimed experts include: Diagnosing allergy Pathogenic mechanisms: a rational basis for treatment Avoiding exposure to indoor allergens Allergy in general practice The ABC of Allergies will prove invaluable to general practitioners and practice nurses and will be a perfect reference for immunologists and basic scientists working in this area. It is also an ideal teaching resource.

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From the Back Cover

An easy to read and comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of allergic diseases for non–specialists. This ABC includes chapters on all major allergies including food allergy, allergy venom and anaphylaxis. It also covers asthma and allergic diseases of the skin. Written by international experts, the chapters also deal with the diagnosis, avoidance, drug treatment and immunotherapy for allergies. Ideal clinical background for clinical immunologists and basic scientists working in allergy

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0727912364
• ISBN 13: 9780727912367
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 65
• Editor: Durham Stephen R.