King Hueston C., Mabry Richard L. et al. (eds.) Allergy in ENT Practice: The Basic Guide

2nd edition. — Thieme, 2005. — 495 p. — ISBN 1-58890-276-5.The foremost guide to diagnosing, testing, and treating all major ENT allergies by Drs. King, Mabry, Mabry, Gordon and Marple is back in a completely updated second edition. Combining practical management strategies with the latest advances, here is the complete how-to resource for health professionals who treat ear, nose, and throat allergies. It covers everything from testing methods and pharmacotherapy, to food allergies, allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, pediatric allergies, and sinusitis --key information for every practice. Easy to implement for both the physician and ancillary caregiver, and with valuable tips from an experienced otolaryngic nurse, here is the only text to provide a clear, step-by-step approach to the practice of otolaryngic allergy. It belongs within easy reach of all physicians who want to expand their practice in this rapidly growing field.The Place of Allergy in Clinical Medicine
Basic, “Need-to-Know” Immunology
Preparation of the Office for Allergy
Interaction with the Patient
Testing Methods for Inhalant Allergy
Environmental Control (Avoidance)
Pharmacotherapy of Allergic Rhinitis
Vial Preparation and Immunotherapy
Standardized Extracts
Blending Skin Testing and In Vitro Testing in Clinical Practice
Allergic Emergencies
Nonallergic Rhinitis
Food Allergy
Pediatric Allergy
Allergy and Sinus Disease
Allergic Fungal Sinusitis
What Lies Ahead?