Allergy Information for Teens, Fourth Edition

Description

Provides basic consumer health information for teens about allergies, including facts about treating and preventing allergic reactions and complications, and tips for coping with allergies at home and school.  Includes index and resource information.

Sujets

• Allergies
• Young Adult Nonfiction
• Daily Living
• Teen
• Adolescent medicine
• Treatment
• Allergy
• Health
• Allergie

Informations

• Publié par: Infobase Publishing
• Date de parution: 01 juillet 2022
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9780780820012
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 2 Mo

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Teen Health Series
ALLERGY INFORMATION FOR TEENS FOURTH EDITION
Teen Health Series
ALLERGY INFORMATION FOR TEENS FOURTH EDITION
Health Information about Allergic Reactions to Food, Pollen, Molds, and Other Substances
Including Facts about Diagnosing, Treating, and Managing Allergic Responses and Complications

An imprint of Infobase
Bibliographic Note
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OMNIGRAPHICS
An imprint of Infobase
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James Chambers, Editorial Director
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Copyright © 2022 Infobase
ISBN 978-0-7808-2000-5
E-ISBN 978-0-7808-2001-2

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Names: Chambers, James (Editor), editor.
Title: Allergy information for teens: health tips about allergic reactions to food, pollen, mold, and other substances including facts about diagnosing, treating, and managing allergic responses and complications / edited by James Chambers.
Description: Fourth edition. | New York, NY: Omnigraphics, an imprint of Infobase, [2022] | Series: Teen health series | Includes bibliographical references and index. | Audience: Ages 13 | Audience: Grades 7-9 | Summary: “Provides basic consumer health information on allergies among teenagers, symptoms, and complications, including details on the common allergy triggers, tests, and treatment and management strategies. Includes index and resource information”-- Provided by publisher.
Identifiers: LCCN 2022018757 (print) | LCCN 2022018758 (ebook) | ISBN 9780780820005 (library binding) | ISBN 9780780820012 (ebook)
Subjects: LCSH: Allergy. | Allergy in children. | Food allergy. | Insect allergy.
Classification: LCC RC584.A45 2022 (print) | LCC RC584 (ebook) | DDC 616.9700835--dc23/eng/20220505
LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2022018757
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Part 1 | Allergy Overview
Chapter 1—Allergies: The Basic Facts
Chapter 2—Allergies and the Immune System
Chapter 3—How Allergies Occur
Chapter 4—The Respiratory System and How It Works
Chapter 5—Hygiene Hypothesis
Chapter 6—When You Should See an Allergist
Part 2 | Allergic Symptoms, Complications, and Disorders
Chapter 7—Cold, Flu, or Allergy?
Chapter 8—Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
Chapter 9—Sinusitis
Chapter 10—Asthma and Allergies
Chapter 11—Climate Change and Respiratory Allergies
Chapter 12—Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Chapter 13—Conjunctivitis and Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Chapter 14—Latex Allergy
Chapter 15—Dermatitis
Chapter 16—Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Chapter 17—Urticaria (Hives)
Chapter 18—Anaphylaxis and Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis
Part 3 | Food Allergies and Intolerances
Chapter 19—Food Allergies: What You Need to Know
Chapter 20—Food Allergy and Related Disorders
Chapter 21—Milk Allergy
Chapter 22—Lactose Intolerance
Chapter 23—Dark Chocolate Allergy
Chapter 24—Egg Allergy
Chapter 25—Seafood Allergy
Chapter 26—Peanut and Tree Nut Allergies
Chapter 27—Soy Allergy
Chapter 28—Wheat Allergy
Chapter 29—Gluten Intolerance (Celiac Disease)
Chapter 30—Scombrotoxin (Histamine) Poisoning
Chapter 31—Sulfite Sensitivity
Chapter 32—Color Additives
Part 4 | Other Common Allergy Triggers
Chapter 33—Molds and Dampness
Chapter 34—Pollen Allergies
Chapter 35—Dust Mites and Cockroaches Allergy
Chapter 36—Pet Allergies
Chapter 37—Allergy from Insect Bites and Stings
Chapter 38—Cigarette Smoke and Nicotine
Chapter 39—Cosmetic Allergy
Chapter 40—Nickel Allergy
Chapter 41—Lanolin Allergy
Chapter 42—Formaldehyde Allergy
Chapter 43—Allergies to Medicines and Vaccines
Part 5 | Allergy Tests
Chapter 44—Allergenics
Chapter 45—Allergy Skin Test
Chapter 46—Allergy Blood Test
Chapter 47—Food Allergy Testing
Chapter 48—Elimination Diet
Part 6 | Treating and Managing Allergies
Chapter 49—Allergy Medications
Chapter 50—Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
Chapter 51—Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Treating Allergies
Chapter 52—Epinephrine Injections for Life-Threatening Allergic Reactions
Chapter 53—When Breathing Becomes Bothersome
Chapter 54—How to Control Seasonal Allergies
Chapter 55—Managing Indoor Air Quality
Chapter 56—Asthma Management at School
Chapter 57—Eye Cosmetic Safety
Chapter 58—Use Caution with Face Painting and Tattoos
Chapter 59—Nail Care Product Safety
Chapter 60—Hair Dye Safety
Chapter 61—Food Allergy Management
Chapter 62—Understanding Food Labels
Chapter 63—Working with a Dietitian
Chapter 64—A Food Diary Can Reduce Risk of Reactions
Chapter 65—COVID-19 Vaccines for People with Allergies
Part 7 | If You Need More Information
Chapter 66—Resources for Allergy Information
Index
Preface
About This Book
An allergy is a common or chronic condition caused due to the response or reaction of the immune system to harmless substances, such as dust, pollen, etc. The consequences of allergic diseases vary considerably. For some people, the symptoms are merely a transient annoyance—occasional sniffles, sneezes, or mild itching. Others endure persistent, more severe symptoms that can disrupt their daily activities, and overall well-being. Chronic symptoms can lead to additional health concerns, such as the development of asthma. In some people with severe allergies, the consequences can even be deadly.
Allergy Information for Teens, Fourth Edition provides information about a wide variety of allergic reactions, including common symptoms, diagnostic tools, and management strategies. It talks about the causes of allergies and the role the immune system plays in their development. It presents facts about rhinitis, sinusitis, dermatitis, urticaria (hives), anaphylaxis, and other types of symptoms produced by encounters with allergens. It also looks at the substances responsible for triggering these types of symptoms, including specific foods, animals, pollen, and chemicals. It provides information on managing allergies in daily life and ways to avoid allergy triggers, handle asthma at school, and cope with other challenges. The book concludes with resource directories for allergy management.
How to Use This Book
This book is divided into parts and chapters. Parts focus on broad areas of interest; chapters are devoted to single topics within a part.
Part 1: Allergy Overview provides basic facts about allergies and common allergens. It explains the biological processes that lead to the development of allergies and provides information about the hygiene hypothesis.
Part 2: Allergic Symptoms, Complications, and Disorders provides details about various kinds of allergic reactions and how they impact health. It discusses signs that may indicate breathing complications and explains how allergies can lead to the development of chronic respiratory illnesses. Other allergic symptoms, including those that affect the eyes and skin, are also discussed.
Part 3: Food Allergies and Intolerances provides information about the foods that are most commonly involved in allergic reactions, including nuts, grains, milk, chocolate, eggs, and seafood. The most common intolerances and sensitivities—those to lactose, gluten, histamine, and sulfites—are also addressed.
Part 4: Other Common Allergy Triggers discusses some of the most frequently encountered substances in indoor and outdoor environments that elicit allergic responses. These include allergies to pollen, pet dander, molds, and dust mites. Allergies to specific chemicals, including nickel and formaldehyde, are also explained.
Part 5: Allergy Tests explains how the body’s response to specific allergy triggers or allergens is measured. It includes a skin test, blood test, food allergy testing, and elimination of diet.
Part 6: Treating and Managing Allergies provides tips for people with allergies about minimizing the exacerbation of symptoms and maintaining an optimal quality of life. It discusses allergy-related medications in schools, offers suggestions for the safe use of cosmetics and skin care products, and provides additional suggestions for people with food allergies.
Part 7: If You Need More Information includes a directory of organizations to provide further information about allergies.
Bibliographic Note
This volume contains documents and excerpts from publications issued by the following U.S. government agencies: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR); Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD); MedlinePlus; National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH); National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI); National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH); National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID); National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS); National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB); National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Di