
Allergies
Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers)
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Discover the essential facts about allergies with this comprehensive guide designed for quick reference and easy understanding. Perfect for anyone looking to learn more about allergic reactions, causes, symptoms, and treatments. Whether you are a student, healthcare professional, or someone dealing with allergies, this question-and-answer format offers clear insights into how allergies affect people and how to manage them effectively.
Key topics covered:
Explanation of hypersensitivity and allergic reactions
Functions of the immune system and allergens
Common allergens and symptoms like asthma, bronchitis, and skin allergies
Detailed look at anaphylactic shock and emergency treatments
Overview of types of hypersensitivity (Type 1, 2, 3, 4)
Common treatments, including antihistamines, corticosteroids, and immunotherapy
Essential knowledge on managing allergies, including the use of EpiPen
Gain the knowledge to protect yourself and your loved ones from allergic reactions and live a better, allergy-aware life.
Details
- Publication Date
- Oct 31, 2020
- Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781716461217
- Category
- Health & Fitness
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): Rumi Michael Leigh
Specifications
- Format
- EPUB
Keywords
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