genetic

Hereditary angioedema

angioedema (HAE) is a rare disease that results in recurrent attacks of severe swelling. HAE affects approximately 1 in 50,000 people. The condition is typically first noticed in childhood.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Recurrent attacks of severe swelling

Causes — why it happens

· disorder ( )

How it's found

·Measuring C4 and C1-inhibitor levels.

Prevention

· kallikrein , C1 inhibitor concentrates

Treatment

·Supportive care, medications

Outlook

·25% risk of death if involved (without treatment)

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