Allergy in a Nutshell: A Handbook

Neeraj Gupta

ISBN 10: 9352708997 / ISBN 13: 9789352708994

Published by Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers, 2019

About this Item

This book has 16 dedicated chapters on allergy epidemiology, immunology, aerobiology, systemic allergies, modalities in allergy testing and immunotherapy. Each chapter carries explanatory diagrams and tables with recent updated international guidelines to help understand allergic disorders better. Also, at the end of every chapter, several article titles have been suggested for further reading and learning. The highlights of this book are the consolidated algorithms at the end. These have been prepared with an aim to provide practical approach in managing an allergic child in the office. This book also discusses common myths regarding allergies in the general population. This book will be beneficial for general practitioners, pediatricians, allergologists and residents to better manage their patients. (jacket).

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Allergy in a Nutshell: A Handbook
• Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9352708997
• ISBN 13: 9789352708994
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of allergies.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.The following chapters explain allergy testing techniques as well as supportive investigations such as nasal endoscopy, bronchoscopy and spirometry.The book concludes with discussion on allergy management techniques including complementary medications, and provides appendices detailing algorithmic approaches and pharmacotherapy.Each chapter features explanatory diagrams and tables, international guidelines, and further reading suggestions.Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of allergies Examines allergy testing techniques and supportive investigations Includes appendices detailing algorithmic approaches and pharmacotherapy Features numerous diagrams and tables, and further reading suggestions

About the Author

Neeraj GuptaMBBS DCH DNB Paediatrics Fellowship Pediatric Critical Care DAA
Paediatric Intensivist and Allergy Specialist, Consultant, Division of Paediatric Emergency, Critical Care Pulmonology and Allergic Disorders, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, India