DrKentWoo

Allergist/Immunologist

Hereditary Angioedema causes Swelling

Did you know that Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) causes sudden swelling not related to allergy? This condition can cause sudden swelling anywhere in the body , including face, hands, gastrointestinal tract and genitals. Although HAE is often inherited, 20-25% of cases are from new spontaneous mutations and these patients have no family history of swelling. Decreased C1 inhibitor

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