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

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

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Genre: Health & Fitness, Medical Item Length: 9.2 in Intended Audience: Trade Dewey Edition: 22 Edition: 2 LCCN: 2010-900143 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. Item Height: 0.5 in Book Series: What Every Parent Needs to Know Ser. Item Width: 7.2 in Item Weight: 14.1 Oz Book Title: Allergies and Asthma : What Every Parent Needs to Know Publication Year: 2010 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) ISBN-10: 1581104456 Illustrator: Yes Author: American Academy of Pediatrics Language: English LC Classification Number: RJ386 gtin13: 9781581104455 brand: American Academy of Pediatrics Topic: Pulmonary & Thoracic Medicine, Diseases / Respiratory, Allergies, Children's Health Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics Dewey Decimal: 618.92/97 Format: Trade Paperback ISBN-13: 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 Number of Pages: 174 Pages

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  1. This book is a lifesaver for parents dealing with allergies and asthma! Packed with expert advice from pediatricians, it breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand guidance. The practical tips on managing symptoms, preventing flare-ups, and creating safe environments are incredibly helpful. I love how it covers everything from food allergies to seasonal triggers, making it a must-have resource. The clear explanations and reassuring tone put my mind at ease. Highly recommend for any parent navigating these challenges—it’s like having a pediatrician on call!

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