A valuable resource for parents with children suffering from allergies and asthma reveals how to prevent attacks, identify the disorders, minimize triggers, explain allergies to young children, and much more. Original. 30,000 first printing.
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From the foremost authority on children's health--a vital guide for parents whose children suffer from allergies and asthmaAsthma and allergies are the most common chronic childhood diseases. Asthma affects nearly 5 million American children, while allergies affect about 50 million. This comprehensive book is an invaluable resource for parents who want answers and information about their children's allergies and asthma. This user-friendly volume is filled with up-to-the-minute advice from pediatricians on how to ¸ Identify allergies and asthma ¸ Prevent attacks ¸ Minimize triggers and avoid allergens ¸ Understand medications and choose them wisely ¸ Explain allergies to young children ¸ Help children of all ages manage symptomsAs with all AAP Guides, the layout and writing style make information easy to find, with real-life case studies, sidebars, and tables to help parents raise healthy, active children.
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