Bronchial asthma : a guide for practical understanding and treatment, sixth edition, is a fully updated version of a widely respected classic on the diagnosis and management of asthma. Discussing the disorder in all relevant patient groups, including a variety of patient subpopulations, this invaluable title continues to emphasize the definition, medications, and practical use of asthma treatment plans. Importantly, this comprehensive reference also discusses the common side effects found in the full range of medications used for asthma treatment.