Beginning with an overview of allergy epidemiology, immunology and aerobiology, the next chapters cover different types of allergy – respiratory, gastrointestinal, dermatologic – and include a section on anaphylaxis.
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The following chapters explain allergy testing techniques as well as supportive investigations such as nasal endoscopy, bronchoscopy and spirometry.
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The book concludes with discussion on allergy management techniques including complementary medications, and provides appendices detailing algorithmic approaches and pharmacotherapy.
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Each chapter features explanatory diagrams and tables, international guidelines, and further reading suggestions.
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Key points
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- Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of allergies
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- Examines allergy testing techniques and supportive investigations
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- Includes appendices detailing algorithmic approaches and pharmacotherapy
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- Features numerous diagrams and tables, and further reading suggestions
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