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Author Sicherer, Scott H.

Title Understanding and managing your child's food allergies / Scott H. Sicherer
Published Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2006

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Description xiii, 312 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Contents The many faces of food allergy. Food allergy : the nuts and bolts -- Anaphylaxis and sudden and severe allergic reactions -- Skin rashes and eczema -- Gut problems and poor growth -- Breathing problems -- Growth problems -- Behavior problems and developmental disabilities -- Additives and cross-reactions -- Diagnosing a food allergy. The medical history -- Allergy testing for ige -- Elimination diets and oral food challenges -- Other tests -- Putting it all together -- Treating an allergic reaction. Epinephrine -- Antihistamines and other therapies -- Emergency action plans for anaphylaxis -- Avoiding food allergens. Different kinds of exposure -- Maintaining a nutritious diet -- Navigating the supermarket -- At home and in social settings -- In restaurants and traveling -- At school and camp -- Age-specific issues in food allergy. Infants and toddlers -- Preschool and school-age -- Teenagers and young adults -- Emotional concerns. The effect on children and families -- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle -- Food allergy in the long term -- The natural course of food allergy -- Preventing food allergy -- Looking toward the future -- Research for improved diagnosis -- Research for treatment and cures -- Glossary of common allergic disorders -- Resources about food allergy and keeping up-to-date -- An action plan for anaphylaxis
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (page) and index
Subject Food allergy in children.
LC no. 2006005261
ISBN 0801884918 hardcover alkaline paper
0801884926 paperback alkaline paper