Pollinosis Book

BOTANICAL ASPECTS. Role of Pollen in Plant Physiology and Reproduction. Allergenic Plants in Different Countries. Aerobiology-Pollen Sampling, Influence of Climate, Pollen Sources and Pollen Calendar. Size and Shape of Allergenic Pollen Grains. IMMUNOLOGICAL BASIS. Structure of Human IgE. Allergic Reactions. Cellular Mechanisms Regulating the IgE Response. The Genetics of Allergy. CLINICAL PICTURES. Rhinitis. Allergic Conjuctivitis. Bronchial Asthma. Etiopathogenetic Role of Pollens. Allergy to Parietaria-A Peculiar Pollinosis. DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES. Patient History. Skin Tests. Bronchial Provocation Tests in Pollen Asthma. Nasal Provocation Tests. The Role of the Conjunctival Provocation Test (CPT) in the Management of Allergic Conjunctivitis. Laboratory Tests-Specific IgE. Laboratory Tests-Total IgE. Laboratory Tests-Allergen Specific IgG Blocking Antibodies. THERAPY. Specific Immunotherapy-General Principles and Treatment Schedules. Management of Adverse Reactions. Pharmacologic Treatment. POLLEN ALLERGENS. Chemical Properties of Pollen Allergens. Allergenic Extracts. Allergoids.