What Are The Common Signs And Symptoms Of Angioedema
What Are The Common Signs And Symptoms Of Angioedema?
There are many possible signs and symptoms of Angiodema and most of them may vary from person to person. However the most common among them are the following:
- Burning sensation, painful swollen areas
- Itchiness on the areas of the eyelid, lips and palms
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Decrease in food cravings
- Breathlessness
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What Are The Best Treatments Available For Angioedema?
Treatments for Angioedema actually depend on how serious the condition is. If the condition involves the respiratory tract, the initial thing to do is to secure the air path. Usually, patients are brought to the hospital to place a tube into the throat to ensure that the airway is open.
However, patients with more serious cases for example, constant swelling, pain and itchiness, the following treatments can be provided:
- Epinephrine
- Antihistamine, it can be oral or injected
- Oral or intravenous corticosteroid
Remember, the aim for the treatment is to lessen the feeling of itchiness, swelling and pain.
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