| View Larger Image | Life-Threatening Allergic Reactions: Understanding and Coping With Anaphylaxis | Paperbackby Deryk Williams (Author), Anna Williams (Author), Laura Croker (Author)
| List Price: | $12.95 | |
| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Piatkus Books | | Page Count: | 101 Pages | | Publication Date: | May 01, 1998 | | Sales Rank: | 2,375,526nd |
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Product Description
Life-threatening allergic reactions are becoming increasingly common. The condition is called anaphylaxis and the main causes known to trigger attacks are peanuts, shellfish, wasp and bee stings, latex and drugs such as penicillin. Anyone can be at risk and especially those with a history of allergies, for example asthma, hayfever or eczema. This text is aimed at anyone whose life is affected by allergy: long term sufferers; the newly diagnosed; those with a known allergic tendency; parents and families of sufferers; teachers; first-aiders; and health-care professionals. Easy to understand, and containing important information, the book explains: how to identify the condition; how to recognize the early signs of an attack - and take immediate action; what to do in an emergency; how to limit exposure to the main trigger of your allergy; how to cope with the psychological impact of the condition and the trauma it causes; and what schools and employers need to know. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 1 review)
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An absolute must for carers and sufferers of Anaphylaxis  5 Stars
May 13, 2000
This book simply and carefully explains how to recognise an Anaphylatic attack and what to do in an emergency. This is absolutely essential if you have just been diagnosed with Anaphylaxis, and especially if you are a parent with an Anaphylatic child. It is also an excellant book to pass on to family and friends with whom you visit regularly so they can get a better understanding of the importance of this life-threatening reaction.If you are waiting to see a specialist (like we are) this book provides you with all the answers and information you need to know immediately. It also covers the many triggers of Anaphylaxis, ie, Nuts, Wasp Stings, Latex, etc, as well as providing helpful addresses for more information.This book is also recommended by The Anaphylaxis Campaign. Don't delay, buy it. IT COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE, OR THAT OF YOUR CHILD'S.
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