Angioedema is swelling under your skin due to fluid leaking from your blood vessels. Angioedema doesn't cause damage to your internal organs, but it can be life-threatening if your tongue or throat swells up badly and causes breathing problems. Read more: Is Angioedema Serious? Article
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The Skin: 7 Most Important Layers and Functions
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Food Allergy
The most common food allergies are to eggs, nuts, milk, peanuts, fish, shellfish, strawberries and tomatoes. Symptoms and signs of a food allergy reaction include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, itching, hives, eczema, asthma, lightheadedness, and anaphylaxis. Allergy skin tests, RAST, and ELISA tests may be used to diagnose a food allergy. Though dietary avoidance may be sufficient treatment for mild allergies, the use of an Epipen may be necessary for severe food allergies.
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Hereditary Angioedema (HAE)
Hereditary angioedema or HAE is a genetic disease that causes swelling of the skin and tissues beneath it. Symptoms of HAE include shortness of breath, mood changes, laryngeal edema (a medical emergency), swelling of the hands and feet, muscle aches, and skin tingling. Treatment of HAE includes medication and avoidance of triggers.
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The Skin (Human Anatomy): Picture, Definition, Function and Skin Conditions
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What Causes Angioedema?
What is angioedema? Angioedema is a form of swelling that occurs under the skin. Learn what causes angioedema, its signs and symptoms, how doctors diagnose it, when to see a doctor, and ways to treat this condition.
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How Is Angioedema Treated?
Learn what medical treatments can help treat your angioedema symptoms and help you manage this condition.
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