Asthma Stop Suffering, Start Living

Covers med. findings, offers sympathetic advice, & provides case histories. Includes info. on: What to do during an asthma attack; Medications -- the ones to use first & the ones to employ carefully or avoid altogether; The correct use of aerosol inhalers & other systems for delivering medication; Guidelines to follow in choosing & working with an asthma specialist; The foods, food additives & preservatives, environ'l. substances, & activities that may set off an asthma attack; Tips on how people with asthma can exercise, travel, & take part in other activities safely & enjoyably; The links & hazards between asthma & pregnancy, surgery, & immunization; Assessments of home remedies & other complementary approaches; & Helpful resources.Gershwin, M. Eric is the author of 'Asthma Stop Suffering, Start Living', published 2001 under ISBN 9780756784607 and ISBN 0756784603.