| International Standard Book Number |
9798217047987 electronic book
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| International Standard Book Number |
9798217047970 hardcover
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| Personal Name |
Rubin, Zachary, author.
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| Title Statement |
All about allergies : everything you need to know about asthma, food allergies, hay fever, and more / Zachary Rubin, MD.
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| Production, Publication, Distribution, Manufacture, and Copyright Notice |
New York, NY : Plume, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, 2026.
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| Physical Description |
xiv, 338 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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| Bibliography, Etc. Note |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [278]-326) and index.
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| Formatted Contents Note |
Introduction: You are not alone -- Part one: The background. The history of allergies ; The immune system ; The anatomy of allergies ; What to expect at the allergist's office -- Part two: Allergic diseases. Allergic rhinitis and non-allergic rhinitis ; Sinusitis ; Food allergies ; Eczema ; Contact dermatitis ; Urticaria and angioedema ; Asthma ; Anaphylaxis ; Medication and vaccine allergies ; Mast cell disorders -- Part three: Treatment options. Over-the-counter and prescription medications ; Immunotherapy ; Biologics ; Future directions.
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| Summary, Etc. |
"Millions of people suffer from various allergic diseases. They're some of the most common but widely misunderstood afflictions today, and Dr. Rubin has made it his mission to pull back the curtain and help everyday people understand their allergies and find ways to feel better. In All About Allergies, Dr. Rubin explores and explains dozens of allergies and diseases and provides actionable treatment options and information. Sections on the history of allergies, asthma, contact dermatitis, sinusitis, food allergies, anaphylaxis, medication allergies, and more pair with treatment info on medications, immunotherapy, and biologics to equip people with the tools they need to tackle their allergies. Grounded by expert research and propelled by patient stories, science, history, and, of course, Dr. Rubin's engaging voice, All About Allergies is the ultimate resource for anyone who's ever felt in the dark about their health."-- Provided by publisher.
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| Subject Added Entry - Topical Term |
Allergy.
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| Subject Added Entry - Topical Term |
Immune system.
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| Subject Added Entry - Topical Term |
Allergy Popular works.
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| Subject Added Entry - Topical Term |
Allergy Treatment.
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| Index Term-Genre/Form |
Informational works.
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