A 7-year-old girl in Iran with repeated episodes of unexplained swelling was ultimately diagnosed with hereditary angioedema (HAE) after bruise-like discoloration appeared around one eye and then developed into swelling on one side of her face, according to a case report. Laboratory testing confirmed that the girl had type…
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Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is an interesting disease. My personal experience is that it can be very unpredictable. I’ve experienced a plethora of unusual, seemingly random, and unexplained symptoms throughout my life. Since childhood, I’ve had unexplained rashes, respiratory issues, and gastrointestinal complaints. Looking back, I think they might’ve…
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People with hereditary angioedema (HAE) often have misgivings about the long-term safety and feasibility of preventive treatments, so it’s crucial that their doctors stay up to date on research and guidelines to provide accurate information and facilitate collaborative treatment decisions, a study found. “This research highlights the need to…
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Different types of COVID-19 vaccines may produce distinct long-term immune responses in people with hereditary angioedema (HAE), according to a small study of four patients. Researchers found that all participants developed antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — after vaccination, regardless of the vaccine they received.
Angioedema is the formal medical term for swelling under the skin. It usually occurs as part of an allergic reaction, but has forms that are not due to allergies.
Acute angioedema often occurs as part of an allergic reaction to various allergens or triggers. These can include certain foods, insect bites or stings, medications, and natural rubber products like latex.
Angioedema and hives often occur at the same time. However, angioedema causes large, thick welts which may not be itchy, whereas hives are smaller and usually itchy.
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