Pages: 510,
Specialties: Immunology, Allergy,
Publisher: Jaypee,
Publication Year: 2020,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 216x279mm

This textbook on clinical allergy is designed to serve healthcare professionals in the understanding of diagnosis and treatment of allergic diseases ranging from epidemiology, varying presentation of allergy, diagnosis, and practical approach to the treatment of various allergic diseases. There is a chapter on aerobiology and pollen calendars with the use of photographs of allergenic plants mainly. The information has been completed using the latest research, current medical updates and a wealth of experience the authors have gained while treating allergic diseases. Chapters covers all aspects of allergy, ranging from epidemiology, varying presentation of allergy, diagnosis and practical management, to the treatment of various allergic diseases. Also covers practical approach to prevention of allergy, and paediatric issues in the management of allergic diseases. Chapters include allergic rhinitis, ocular allergy, urticaria, angioedema, atopic dermatitis, drug allergy and food allergy. Special chapters on allergies to latex, human seminal plasma, aspirin, hymenoptera, radio-contrast, local and general anaesthetic, cow's milk are included. Anticonvulsants hypersensitivity syndrome, sublingual immunotherapy, cluster immunotherapy and the future of immunotherapy are also covered. show more