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The Encyclopedia of Allergies, Second Edition
  • Format
  • HARDCOVER
  • Authored by: Myron A. Lipkowitz, R.P., M.D. and Tova Navarra, B.A., R.N.
  • From the Series: Library of Health and Living
  • Trim Size: 7-3/8 x 9-1/4
  • ISBN-10: 081604404X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0-8160-4404-7
  • Status: In Stock
  • List Price: $75.00
  • Imprint: Facts On File
  • Published: 06/01/2001
  • Dewey Number: 616.97
  • Reading Level: Grades 9 and up
  • Pages: 352

Summary

Praise for the previous edition:
"...a good ready reference source..."—Booklist

Allergies are a pervasive medical condition affecting more than 20 percent of Americans—with symptoms ranging from the mild discomfort of a runny nose and watery eyes, to the sometimes fatal shock of a bee sting. Written by two experts in the field, The Encyclopedia of Allergies, Second Edition includes more than 1,000 entries that provide invaluable information on every aspect of this condition. Coverage includes allergens, symptoms and treatments, inherited allergies, occupationally and environmentally induced allergies, asthma, statistics, food allergies, allergy researchers, AIDS and allergies, antihistamines, and more.

The revised edition features:

  • Information on new and existing medications
  • Alternative therapies and treatment for allergies
  • Allergies to herbal supplements and alternative therapies
  • Allergies to new medical treatments, such as soy supplements now being used for symptoms of menopause
  • Additional information on toxic plants, such as oleander and crocus
  • Solutions for latex allergies
  • Updated statistics on major North American pollen areas
  • Available allergy tests
  • Updated listings for professional organizations, lay organizations, and support groups
  • Asthma camps.

Specifications

Index. Appendixes. Bibliography. Cross-references.

Reviews and Awards

“Information is clear and accessible to the layperson...the importance of having more current medical information makes this title a worthwhile replacement purchase for libraries that own the first edition.”
Booklist

"The authors provide vital information for people raising children with asthma or people who have these conditions themselves...covers topics in a medically accurate manner that is understandable to general readers...This source describes common medications that have been used effectively for years, modern allergy and asthma drugs, and alternative treatments, even those that are unproven. This willingness to consider all medications and treatments results in a broad overview of the field for practitioners, researchers, students, and patients. A vitally important addition to all reference collections."
Choice

"The Encyclopedia of Allergies is a highly informative resource and is recommended for all consumer health collections."
American Reference Books Annual

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