Autoimmune Angioedema
Evidence: Unconfirmed
Names
Autoimmune Angiodema
Acquired Angiodema
Description
Angiodema is swelling of the tissue just beneath the skin, including the face, lips, tongue, limbs, or genitals. People with Autoimmune Angiodema can have edema of the lining of the digestive tract, which can cause abdominal pain and nausea, as well as edema of the upper airway, which can be life-threatening.
Patient Groups
None found.
Bloggers
None found.
Prevalence
No data found.
Typical Age of onset
No specific age
Symptoms
swelling in the face, lips, tongue, the back of the hands or feet, genitals, and/or other areas of the body
swollen areas are slightly painful and not itchy; hives do not appear; swelling usually resolves in 1 to 3 days
swelling in the membranes lining the mouth, throat, and airways
membranes lining the digestive tract may also swell causing nausea, vomiting, and cramps
