Book description
Allergic disease, which frequently affects children, adolescents, and
young adults, has seen an alarming increase in recent years. At the same
time, an explosion of clinical and scientific advances in immunology and
allergology have made it imperative that practitioners keep up with the
newest knowledge. Unique in its scope, size, and format, here is a
practical and current overview of the entire field of allergy. This
succinct book incorporates colorful and educational illustrations
throughout, with succinct information on: complex cell-mediated immune
response; methods of in-vivo and in-vitro allergy diagnosis;
antihistamine and corticosteroid treatments; prophylaxis and allergen
avoidance; psychosomatic disease; and much more!The book is part of
Thieme's acclaimed Flexibook series of clinical and basic science pocket
guidebooks, which are sold worldwide and have been translated into more
than 20 languages. Unique features of this pocket atlas:- Nearly 100
full-color illustrations that convey complex information simply and
effectively- A wealth of concise and focused information in less than
250 pages - textbook knowledge in a pocketbook format!- Thorough
diagnostic guidelines that incorporate the multidisciplinary expertise
of a wide variety of specialists- An extensive Appendix that covers
current topics such as emergency management, patch testing, allergy
medications, and more!From basic allergy principles to diagnosis,
treatment, organ-specific allergies, prevention, and more, this compact
book comprehensively covers the field. It is essential for any
specialist who needs a thorough understanding of allergy medicine -
otorhinolaryngologists, dermatologists, internists, pediatricians,
pulmonologists, as well as medical students. Use this beautifully
illustrated pocket guide to keep up-to-date on an important clinical
topic. "Succinct...This book is well suited for dermatologists to
become familiar with allergic diseases...a very well edited
atlas."--Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology Professor
and Director, Dept. of Dermatology, Tuebingen University Hospital,
Tuebingen, Germany Professor, Private Practice, Starnberg, Germany
