Angioedema is deep tissue swelling under the skin. It may affect various parts of the body, including the hands. Angioedema may cause visible swelling on one or both of your hands. It might happen on ...

Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a genetic disorder that causes episodes of extreme swelling (angioedema), commonly in the face, hands, feet, digestive tract, or upper airways. Symptoms may begin before ...

Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare genetic condition that causes swelling under the skin and lining of your gut and lungs. “Angio” means it affects your blood vessels. “Edema” means swelling. So ...

Angioedema is the swelling under the skin caused by allergies, infections, or genetics. Angioedema can cause breathing problems and might need emergency treatment if it affects the throat. Treatment ...

Angioedema is a well-known side effect of treatment with an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor and one that we have been willing to accept in view of the incidence of the problem and the ...

AAEM statements are not to be construed as dictating an exclusive course of action nor are they intended to replace the medical judgment of healthcare professionals. The unique circumstances of ...

Possible differential diagnoses for hereditary angioedema (HAE) include acquired angioedema with low C1 inhibitor enzyme (AAE-C1-INH), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor-induced angioedema ...

Like angioedema in general, hereditary angioedema (HAE) is characterized by subcutaneous or submucosal edema that is nonpruritic — ie, does not itch — and nonpitting — ie, does not leave an ...

Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a genetic condition that causes bouts of swelling in the tissue under your skin. The uncomfortable swelling can happen in many different parts of your body, including ...