In this comprehensive and easy-to-use volume, the American Medical Association gives you the keys to understanding asthma, with clear, reliable information on everything from diagnosis to prevention. Designed for anyone with asthma as well as for parents of children with asthma, this authoritative guide explains the latest breakthrough treatments for managing this puzzling -- and sometimes life-threatening -- respiratory disorder. Now you can take control and Know what really happens in an asthma attack Uncover hidden allergens and asthma triggers Handle asthma emergencies Develop an active treatment plan that fits into your lifestyle -- with guidelines for safe exercise, nutrition, and emotional wellness Help your infant or child cope with asthma -- with tips for travel and school Choose a physician or asthma specialist Learn about inhalants and oral medications You will also find a detailed section of frequently asked questions; a glossary of clearly defined medical terms; resource lists; and much more. The American Medical Association Essential Guide to Asthma is the dependable, one-stop reference from America's leading health authority.
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Although sparsely illustrated, this handy book presents the essential details on asthma from diagnosis to treatment and prevention, as well as a chapter covering alternative therapies, a glossary, and resources list.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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In this comprehensive and easy-to-use volume, the American Medical Association gives you the keys to understanding asthma, with clear, reliable information on everything from diagnosis to prevention. Designed for anyone with asthma as well as for parents of children with asthma, the Essential Guide to Asthma explains the latest breakthrough treatments for managing this puzzling, and sometimes life-threatening, respiratory disorder. Now you can take control:
-Know what really happens in an asthma attack
-Uncover hidden allergens and asthma triggers
-Handle asthma emergencies
-Develop an active treatment plan that fits into your lifestyle
-Guidelines for safe exercise, nutrition and emotional wellness
-Help your infant or child cope with asthma
-Choose a physician or asthma specialist
-Learn about inhalants and oral medications
-A detailed section of frequently asked questions
-A glossary of clearly defined medical terms and resource lists
The American Medical Association Essential Guide to Asthma is the dependable, one-stop reference from America's leading health authority. --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.
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A Good Source of Information on Asthma,
By Burdy "Karms" (North Las Vegas, NV) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The American Medical Association: Essential Guide to Asthma (Paperback)
This excellent book includes information on the causes and various types of asthma, describes what happens to the body during an asthma attack, and provides a comprehensive list of medications (giving both generic and brand names), how they work, and detailed instructions on their use and side effects. The thorough resource guide lists additional reading resources, as well as alternative therapies. The core of the book is about working with your physician to control your asthma, explaining why tests and journals are a necessary part of that process. This book is an excellent source of information for anyone with asthma. I highly recommend it.
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airway sensitivity, person with asthma, people with asthma, asthma symptoms, child with asthma, asthma triggers, nighttime symptoms, asthma episodes, gastric reflux, contact your physician, peak flow meter, airway muscles, other lung diseases, mast cell stabilizers, bronchial muscles, asthma medications Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
American Lung Association, Blood Institute, National Heart, Teach Your Patients About Asthma New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Asthma & Exercise by Nancy Hogshead on page 228, and Back Matter
- The Asthma Self-Care Book: How to Take Control of Your Asthma by Geri Harrington in Back Matter
- The Lion Who Had Asthma (Albert Whitman Concept Paperbacks) by Jonathan London in Back Matter
- The Way of Herbs: Fully Updated with the Latest Developments in Herbal Science by Michael Tierra in Back Matter
- All about Asthma (An Albert Whitman Prairie Book) by Vivianne Astrow in Back Matter
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