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Diagnosis of Hereditary angioedema (HAE)
Differential diagnosis of angioedema.
Weldon D.
Immunol Allergy Clin North Am. 2006 Nov;26(4):603-13
Abstract
There are many conditions that may present with swelling that mimics angioedema. When swelling persists for greater than a few days or is unresponsive to treatment for urticaria/angioedema, other etiologies should be considered. In most instances, a thorough history and physical examination will define other etiologies. However, for more persistent conditions, further laboratory evaluation and a biopsy may be required to define the diagnosis. Rarely is a more aggressive approach required to make the diagnosis. Clinicians should remember that if the swelling does not act like angioedema, it more than likely is not angioedema.Full text via theclinics (subscribers only)
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