Essential Guide to Allergies & Asthma for Parents – AAP 2010 Paperback

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Item Height: 0.5 in Item Weight: 14.1 Oz LCCN: 2010-900143 Topic: Pulmonary & Thoracic Medicine, Diseases / Respiratory, Allergies, Children's Health Reviews: "This updated book offers the benefit of extensive review by pediatricians who specialize in these conditions. Included are the latest findings on food allergies and treatments as well as new approaches for monitoring asthma control." -- Taste for Life (March 2012) Intended Audience: Trade ISBN-13: 9781581104455 Publication Year: 2010 Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics LC Classification Number: RJ386 Item Length: 9.2 in Language: English Item Width: 7.2 in ISBN-10: 1581104456 Format: Trade Paperback brand: American Academy of Pediatrics Number of Pages: 174 Pages gtin13: 9781581104455 Table Of Content: Allergies and Asthma Explained Establishing the Diagnosis Skin Allergies Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis) Food Allergies Killer Allergies: Anaphalaxis Approaches to Allergy Treatments An Overview of Asthma Common Asthma Triggers and How to Identify Them Asthma in Infants and Toddlers Approaches to Asthma Treatments How Environmental and Lifestyle Factors Affect Asthma Teaching Your Child the Basics of Self Care Appendices Hidden Sources of Food Allergens Sources for Information About Allergies and Asthma Sources of Allergy and Asthma Products Practical Publications on Allergies and Asthma Resources from the American Academy of Pediatrics Glossary Index Book Series: What Every Parent Needs to Know Ser. Dewey Edition: 22 Edition: 2 Synopsis: Allergies and Asthma: What Every Parent Needs to Know is an invaluable resource for parents and caregivers trying to cope with the challenges of childhood asthma and allergies. This well-organized guide covers such topics as * Identifying allergies and asthma * Preventing attacks * Minimizing triggers and avoiding allergens * Choosing medications wisely * Explaining allergies to young children * Helping children of all ages manage symptoms * What to do if a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction or asthma attack occurs Allergies and Asthma now provides updated information on allergies--including the latest findings on food allergies and treatments--along with new approaches for monitoring asthma control, with expanded recommendations for children. The second edition provides new guidance on medications, new recommendations on patient education in settings beyond the physician's office, and new advice for controlling environmental factors that can cause asthma symptoms., From the leading authority on children's health comes an invaluable resource for parents and caregivers trying to cope with the challenges of childhood asthma and allergies. This guide has been updated to reflect new research and recommendations, including new guidelines for monitoring asthma from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute as well as the latest information on the treatment of allergies, specifically food allergies. Topics such as identifying allergies and asthma, preventing attacks, minimizing triggers and avoiding allergens, choosing medications wisely, and explaining allergies to young children are covered in detail. Also providing guidance on medications, recommendations on patient education in settings beyond the physician's office, and new advice for controlling environmental factors that can cause asthma symptoms, this reference helps families deal with the most common chronic childhood diseases of asthma and allergies. Genre: Health & Fitness, Medical Dewey Decimal: 618.92/97 Author: American Academy of Pediatrics Illustrator: Yes Book Title: Allergies and Asthma : What Every Parent Needs to Know

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  1. This book is a lifesaver for parents dealing with allergies and asthma! Packed with clear, expert-backed advice from the AAP, it breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand guidance. Even though my copy had some wear, the content is solid—worth every penny for peace of mind. Highly recommend for any caregiver navigating these challenges!

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