What sorts of things do allergists do on the job, day-to-day? Do they
perform surgery very often?

Hi! Thanks for the question.

The US Air Force ROTC provides a description of the duties and
responsibilites of an allergist.

"The Allergist examines, diagnoses and treats allergic diseases -
preparing and reviewing case histories and obtaining data through
interviews. Responsibilities include examining patients, interpreting
tests results, evaluating findings, prescribing specific medications,
diets and immunotherapy, and, in emergencies, treating patients
suffering from anaphylactic shock, angioedema, urticaria, bronchospasm
and other severe allergic diseases."

"Allergists manage allergy services - formulating plans and procedures
for allergy services, scheduling clinic and allergic testing, and
assigning nurses and medical technicians. They also advise on the kind
and quantity of allergy supplies and equipment, coordinate allergy
services with other medical activities, and instruct interns,
residents and fellows in allergy procedures."

"Allergist"
http://www.afrotc.com/careers/jobsearch/category/medicine/44ZX.htm

"Air Force Officer Job Descriptions & Qualifications"
http://usmilitary.about.com/library/milinfo/afoffjobs/bl44zx.htm

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Request for Answer Clarification by gremlin-ga on 03 May 2003 12:40 PDT

You said that "in emergencies, (they treat) patients
suffering from anaphylactic shock, angioedema, urticaria, bronchospasm
and other severe allergic diseases."

What sorts of procedures are involved in this treatment?

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Clarification of Answer by easterangel-ga on 03 May 2003 22:41 PDT

Hi! Thanks for asking a clarification before making a rating!

Our next websites provide discussions on the treatments of each of the
following.

Angioedema
http://www.1uphealth.com/health/angioedema_treatment.html

Anaphylactic shock
http://www.1uphealth.com/health/anaphylaxis_treatment.html

Urticaria
http://www.1uphealth.com/health/hives_treatment.html

Bronchospasm
http://home.nycap.rr.com/county/MassProtocols/BRONCHOSPASM_RESPIRATORY%20DISTRESS.htm

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Easterangel-ga