Consumer health information about causes, triggers, and treatment of allergic disorders, along with coping strategies and prevention tips. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.
Front Cover.
Half Title Page.
Title Page.
Copyright Page.
Table of Contents.
Preface.
Introduction to Allergies and the Immune System.
1: Understanding the Immune System and Allergic Reactions.
2: How Allergies Develop.
3: Allergens and Breathing Problems.
4: Allergies in Children.
Types of Allergic Reactions.
5: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever).
6: Sinusitis.
7: Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
8: Allergic Asthma.
9: Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema).
10: Allergic Contact Dermatitis.
11: Other Allergic Skin Reactions.
12: Anaphylaxis: Life-Threatening Allergies.
Foods and Food Additives That Trigger Allergic Reactions.
13: Food Allergy: An Overview.
14: Food Allergy or Food Intolerance: How Do You Tell the Difference?.
15: Milk Allergy.
16: Egg Allergy.
17: Seafood Allergy.
18: Peanut and Tree Nut Allergy.
19: Wheat Allergy.
20: Soy Allergy.
21: Ingredients and Food Additives That Trigger Reactions.
22: Other Health Problems Related to Food Allergic Reactions.
23: Advice for Consumers about Food Labels.
24: Tips on Avoiding Food Allergy Reactions.
Airborne, Chemical, and Other Environmental Allergy Triggers.
