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Informationen zum Autor William E. Berger, MD, MBA, has more than 40 years of clinical experience diagnosing and treating patients with allergies and asthma. He founded the Allergy & Asthma Associates of Southern California, where he practiced both adult and pediatric allergy and immunology. Nicole M. Faris, MSc, has devoted her career to advancing the understanding of allergies, drawing on more than 20 years of experience in industry, pediatric research, and patient advocacy. Her personal journey with food allergies has enriched her perspective on effective allergy care. Klappentext Explore asthma, eczema, and other allergic conditions Achoo! Oh, that's just allergies. Have you ever wondered why you get the seasonal sniffles? Allergy For Dummies explains the science behind allergic reactions and offers tips for managing symptoms. Find out how to identify the cause of your allergies, including your allergic triggers, and get the treatment you need. If you can't tolerate certain foods, or you have trouble breathing, this book has what you need to investigate and treat food allergies and asthma, as well as skin rashes and other symptoms. Stay healthy and in control with this For Dummies guide. Inside... Getting tested for allergies Avoiding common triggers Controlling dust and mold Preventing asthma attacks Tackling hay fever Exploring skin conditions Managing food allergies Treating anaphylaxis Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Allergy Basics 5 Chapter 1: Knowing What's Ailing You 7 Chapter 2: Understanding Your Immune System 23 Chapter 3: Dealing With Physician Visits 41 Part 2: Knowing Your Nose 57 Chapter 4: Nosing Around Allergic Rhinitis 59 Chapter 5: Avoiding Environmental Allergens 75 Chapter 6: Treating Your Rhinitis 93 Chapter 7: Assessing Common Nasal Allergy Complications 115 Part 3: Approaching Asthma 133 Chapter 8: Reviewing Asthma Fundamentals 135 Chapter 9: Recognizing Asthma Triggers 157 Chapter 10: Living Well with Asthma 175 Part 4: Understanding Allergic Skin Conditions 191 Chapter 11: Controlling Atopic Dermatitis 193 Chapter 12: Evaluating Contact Dermatitis 209 Chapter 13: Evaluating Hives and Angioedema 231 Part 5: Reviewing Food, Drug, and Insect Allergies 249 Chapter 14: Diagnosing and Managing Food Allergies 251 Chapter 15: Understanding and Treating Food Allergies. 267 Chapter 16: Diagnosing and Treating Drug Reactions 277 Chapter 17: Preventing Insect Sting Reactions 291 Part 6: The Part of Tens 305 Chapter 18: Top Ten List of Allergy Triggers 307 Chapter 19: Top Ten Body Organs Affected by Allergies 315 Index 325 ...
