Understanding allergies and their treatment
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Understanding allergies and their treatment

Charles Hendry Lecturer in Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Dundee
Alistair H Farley Lecturer in Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Dundee

Allergies are common and although their effects are often minor, they can be life threatening. The authors discuss the background to allergy and give guidance for prevention and management.

Nursing Standard. 15, 35, 47-52. doi: 10.7748/ns2001.05.15.35.47.c3028

Keywords :

Allergy - Immunology

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