Angioedema
• Definitions
• Angioedema is a distinct, localized area of edema (swelling) and redness involving the eyelids, palms, genitalia, lips, mouth and airways.
• Typically, the top layer of skin looks normal as opposed to a rash (dermatitis) which usually involves the top layer of skin.
• Angioedema can be self-limited but may be life-threatening if involving the mouth or airways.
• Angioedema swelling is caused by the release of histamine or other vaso-active molecules that lead to swelling of the deep layers of the dermis.
• Angioedema can be caused by:
· drugs such as codeine, penicillin, aspirin and ACE Inhibitors (blood pressure medication).
· infections such as sinusitis
· an allergic reaction
· infrequently can be a sign of cancer of hepatitis.
• Angioedema should be evaluated by your doctor
Posted on November 17, 2008
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