Allergies and Asthma for Dummies

by William Berger and William E. Berger

Sneezing. Sniffling. Hives. Rashes. Burning eyes. Runny nose. Sinus headache. Scratchy throat. Asthma attacks.... Whether you're reacting to pollen or peanuts, your boyfriend's cat or your girlfriend's pooch, your husband's aftershave, or your neighbor's barbecue, allergies are definitely a drag. And if left untreated, the symptoms can lead to bigger health problems down the road. Sadly, there is no cure for hypersensitivity disorders , as doctors...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076455218X
• ISBN13: 9780764552182
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: For Dummies
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.4" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

If you have allergies, you need this book!

I got this book about two weeks after my 9-year-old son suffered his first asthma attack. After reading it, I feel much better prepared to cope with his condition. The author's tone is reassuring without being condescending. And there is an enormous amount of information, everything from how to choose a specialist to charts describing the effects and usual dosages of the most common medications. Since I have been suffering from allergies and sinus problems myself this spring, it was especially useful. I think this might be the best investment in our family's health I ever made!

Allergies and Asthma for Dummies

Finally, a book that quickly synthesizes complex information into usable pieces! Allergies and asthma are de-mystified with practical examples. Dr. Berger's approach is uplifting, reassuring, and warm. No preaching or insistance that you do things his way or no way as in the case of so many other authors of asthma and allergy books. Top Choice on Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc. (AANMA) book list. ---Nancy Sander, President, AANMA