William E. Berger, MD, MBA, has been diagnosing and treating patients with allergies and asthma for over 25 years and has served as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology.
All the info you need to understand your allergies and manage symptoms Allergy For Dummies is your one-stop source for comprehensive information on the different types of allergies and their triggers, along with tips on allergy management and prevention. Accessible, Dummies-style explanations will help you deal with hay fever, asthma, eczema, drug allergies, food sensitivities, and beyond—for yourself or anyone under your care.
At least 330 million people in the world have asthma, which is a life-long lung disease characterized by respiratory symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.Although there is no cure for asthma, it can be well managed and controlled with new and innovative medications and treatments.
Breathe easier and live a full life with proper asthma treatment Asthma For Dummies is a reassuring and realistic guide to managing asthma, whether you’re living with it yourself or have a loved one who suffers from the disease. It’s packed with authoritative information on symptoms and diagnosis, plus resources you can use to enhance long-term asthma management.