Allergens and Allergen Immunotherapy : Subcutaneous, Sublingual, and Oral, Fifth Edition

Modernized and updated, **__Allergens and Allergen Immunotherapy, Fourth Edition__** discusses all major areas of allergens and immunotherapies: * pollens * animal/insect * fungi * food * the manufacture and standardization of allergen vaccines * the administration of vaccines * the avoidance and treatment of adverse effects Compiling the research of an influential team of investigators and scientists, Allergens and Allergen Immunotherapy is filled with quick reference charts, tables and indexes. Allergists, immunologists, and otolaryngologists will find this new streamlined fourth edition a great practical reference for on-the-go diagnosis, treatment, and management of allergies. NEW TO THE FOURTH EDITION: * new focus on the most relevant information related to allergens and immunotherapy * new concise chapters for easier use as a daily reference * the new cutting edge method of sublingual swallow immunotherapy is fully discussed * describes inhaled, ingested, and injected allergens * allergen vaccines from formulation to manufacture to administration * details the avoidance and treatment for adverse effects * covers allergen vaccines from formulation to manufacture to administration This fifth edition of the bestselling Allergens and Allergen Immunotherapy is now completely updated and revised to include subcutaneous, sublingual, and oral immunomodulator treatments of allergic disease. The redesigned book continues to provide comprehensive coverage of all types of allergens and allergen vaccines, giving clinicians the essential information they need to accurately make a diagnosis and offer the best possible treatments. The fifth edition contains many new and revised chapters-particularly in the fields of skin testing-and extensive updates to the sublingual and oral immunotherapy chapters. Key Features: Comprehensive - covers a vast range of allergens and allergen immunotherapies, providing all the necessary information in one volume Synoptic - supplies the essential information using figures and tables for instant access Up-to-date - includes the very latest information on subcutaneous, sublingual and oral allergen immunotherapies to offer the best possible treatments Reliable - provides basic information that all clinicians need to know about cross-reactivity among allergens and how it influences diagnosis and treatment, as well as the key information necessary to carry out any form of immunotherapy in a safe and effective manner Supplemental forms - contains template forms that can be used by the clinician in daily practice The fifth edition of this classic text continues to be an essential touchstone for any practitioner who conducts skin tests and prescribes subcutaneous, sublingual, and oral immunotherapies Compiling the research of an influential team of investigators and scientists, this book is filled with quick reference charts, tables, and indexes. A great practical reference for on-the-go diagnosis, treatment, and management of allergies