Asthma for Dummies

Name: Asthma for Dummies
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ISBN: 9780764542336

ISBN-10: 0764542338

ISBN-13: 9780764542336

Edition: 2004

Authors: William E. Berger, Jackie Joyner-Kersee

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The incidence of asthma is rising dramatically in the United States and across the globe. Asthma affects 17 million people in the U.S. and is the most common chronic childhood disease. If you or someone you love suffers from asthma, you know that there is no cure-however, with proper care, asthmatics can lead normal, active, and fulfilling lives. Now you can breathe easy with this plain-English guide, which clearly explains the prevention, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment of the disease. Asthma For Dummies will help asthma sufferers and their loved ones get a strong handle on managing the disease. Dr. William Berger, one of the nation's foremost experts on allergies and asthma, gives you…

Book details

List price: $19.99
Copyright year: 2004
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 4/9/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 384
Size: 7.40" wide x 9.10" long x 0.80" tall
Weight: 1.188
Language: English



Foreword


Introduction



Asthma Basics



Knowing What’s Ailing You



The Basics of Treating and Managing Your Asthma



Dealing with Doctor Visits



Managing Asthma Long-Term



Understanding Asthma Triggers



Knowing Your Asthma Triggers



Understanding Asthma and the Role of Allergies



Hay Fever and Asthma: The United Airway



Food Allergies and Asthma



Asthma and Exercise



Treating Your Asthma



Avoiding Allergens That Cause Respiratory Symptoms



Getting Allergy Tested and Allergy Shots



Relieving Your Nasal Allergies



Treating Your Ear, Nose, and Throat Symptoms



Controlling Asthma with Medications



Knowing Asthma Medications



Looking at Asthma Controller Drugs



Treating Asthma Episodes



Future Trends in Asthma Therapy



Special Asthma Conditions



Asthma during Childhood



Pregnancy and Asthma



Asthma and the Elderly



The Part of Tens



Ten Tips for Traveling with Asthma



Ten Famous Folks with Asthma


Appendix: Asthma Resources


Index