Abstract
Allergic diseases constitute a wide range conditions from allergic rhinitis to eosinophilic asthma, sharing immune-mediated pathophysiology, typically IgE mediated. Unlike chronic autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus, common allergic diseases tend to have an acute episodic presentation often precipitated by an environmental allergen.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Family Medicine |
Subtitle of host publication | Principles and Practice |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 481-487 |
Number of pages | 7 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783319044149 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783319044132 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 1 2016 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine