Allergy by Helen Smith
Allergic conditions are extremely common and have increased considerably in frequency in the past few decades. These range from relatively mild symptoms, which sufferers can manage themselves, right through to very serious allergies, which can be life-threatening. This book, written by a practising GP and an allergy specialist, is in the popular Q and A format of the Your Questions Answered series. It provides succinct, expert information on all types of allergies, with an emphasis on evidence-based, up-to-date knowledge. Although aimed mainly at the primary care practitioner, it also addresses many questions asked about allergy by general physicians, medical students, practice nurses and people with allergies. The book discusses all aspects of diagnosis and management and includes some frequently asked patient questions, in non-medical language. It also identifies sources of further information, from websites to patient associations and self-help organizations. Answers the questions that are frequently asked by patients. Discusses both commonplace and rarer issues. Covers all of the drug treatments available today, including their benefits and side effects. Explores treatments currently under development. Includes useful information on web sites and associations.
Anthony Frew is a contributor to the 5e of Kumar: Clinical Medicine.
He is chairman of the national SAC in Immunology and Allergy; Secretary General of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology; Treasurer of the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology; Honorary Consultant with Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust and the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Trusts.
Helen Frew is also director of WREN (Wessex Primary Care Research Network).
He is chairman of the national SAC in Immunology and Allergy; Secretary General of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology; Treasurer of the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology; Honorary Consultant with Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust and the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Trusts.
Helen Frew is also director of WREN (Wessex Primary Care Research Network).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780443072918 |
| ISBN 10 | 0443072914 |
| Title | Allergy |
| Author | Helen Smith |
| Series | Your Questions Answered |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Year published | 2003-09-25 |
| Number of pages | 232 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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