This expertly written, color-illustrated atlas discusses and illustrates the latest research in the pathogenesis and treatment of allergy. The author uses her unique clinical experience to approach allergy from an entirely new perspective - tracking individual disorders through the use of case studies - which makes the book more clinically relevant than others in the field. An Atlas of Allergy thoroughly reviews and evaluates the current research and puts these findings into perspective with relation to current clinical practice. It includes authoritative guidelines for accurate diagnosis and management of common allergic disorders, plus practical advice on drug therapy and allergen avoidance measures. Subjects covered include: rhinitis, asthma, contact and atopic eczema, food and drug allergies, venom allergy, anaphylaxis. An Atlas of Allergy is an essential reference for any professional that encounters