Allergic Skin Diseases of Dogs and Cats

Reedy, Lloyd M.; Miller, William H.

ISBN 10: 0721624324 / ISBN 13: 9780721624327

Published by W B Saunders Co, 1989

About this Item

A comprehensive veterinary reference focused on the diagnosis and management of allergic skin diseases in companion animals. Ideal for veterinary professionals, students, and general practitioners seeking authoritative guidance on allergic disorders in dogs and cats.

Topics addressed include: immunologic principles, clinical signs and pathogenesis, methods of diagnosis, skin testing and interpretation, regional allergens and pollens, therapeutic strategies, and detailed tables to assist antigen selection and immunotherapy.

Condition

Very Good (Used)
? Pages are clean, unmarked, and free from writing, highlighting, or notes.
? Binding is secure and intact.
? Minor cosmetic wear to covers and edges consistent with age and shelf storage.
? A small light area of staining is present on one interior page but does not affect readability or use of the content.
? Overall, the book remains highly collectible and fully functional as a reference volume.

Originally published as part of the Saunders Veterinary Quick Reference series, this volume has been valued for its accessible yet thorough coverage of atopic disease and related allergic conditions encountered in small animal practice.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1769302566701

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Allergic Skin Diseases of Dogs and Cats
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co
• Publication Date: 1989
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0721624324
• ISBN 13: 9780721624327
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dimensions: 1.27W x 13.34H x 20.32D centimeters 1.27 centimeters width by 13.34 centimeters height by 20.32 centimeters depth
• Weight: 241 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • medical
  • Textbooks / Academic
  • veterinary medicine

About this title

Synopsis

A compact, quick-reference guide to the diagnosis and treatment of skin allergies in small animals. For each condition, the book contains information on pathogenesis, clinical features, methods of diagnosis, and therapy. Also features explanation of terminology and immunological principles. This 2nd Edition includes new information on flea control and serum testing, tables of worldwide pollen types, and new information on drug therapy.

The most complete account of the subject available

Much new information has become available since the first edition. Notable areas of change include: new drugs for symptomatic therapy, new information on immunotherapy, new information on food allergies, new methods for flea control, new techniques for serum testing. newinformation on absorption of allergens through the skin

A "how to" book guiding practitioners step-by-step through diagnosis and management (long-term management is often required)

Colour plate section

Tables of pollen types expanded for an international market