Case Studies in Allergic Disorders describes the basic cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of commonly occurring allergic diseases and introduces the rationale for targeted intervention in these mechanisms in the treatment of allergy. Replicating the successful approach of Case Studies in Immunology, the book presents mechanisms of hypersensitivity through a selection of clinical cases that reinforce and extend the basic science. The cases are largely drawn from the records of Childrens Hospital Boston. Linking the discussion of pathogenesis to actual clinical presentation establishes important