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Nasal lysine aspirin challenge in the diagnosis of aspirin - exacerbated respiratory disease [PDF]
Background Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease is under-diagnosed and therefore effective and inexpensive therapy with aspirin desensitization is rarely performed.
Darby, Y +6 more
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Background ACE angioedema has not been characterized in comparison with angioedema from other causes in acute hospitalized patients. Methods We retrospectively compared ACE-angioedema and non-ACE angioedema patients from January 2013 to May 2017. Results
David S. Weisman +7 more
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Classification, diagnosis, and approach to treatment for angioedema: Consensus report from the Hereditary Angioedema International Working Group [PDF]
Angioedema is defined as localized and self-limiting edema of the subcutaneous and submucosal tissue, due to a temporary increase in vascular permeability caused by the release of vasoactive mediator(s). When angioedema recurs without significant wheals,
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Background: Bradykinin angioedemas are a potentially serious side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) and more controversially of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB).
Marie Douillard, MD +7 more
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A Case Report of Angioedema and Anaphylactic Shock Induced by Ingestion of Polyethylene Glycol [PDF]
Introduction: We report one of few documented cases of a severe anaphylactic reaction with angioedema to polyethylene glycol (PEG).Case Report: The patient presented 30 minutes after onset of his symptoms and quickly developed hypoxia and hypotension ...
Osborn, Lesley, Rossi, Amy
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Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura Misdiagnosed as Hereditary Angioedema [PDF]
Hereditary angioedema is a rare, but potentially life-threatening genetic disorder that results from an autosomal dominant trait. It is characterized by acute, recurrent attacks of severe local edema, most commonly affecting the skin and mucosa. Swelling
Andersen, Michelle Fog, Bygum, Anette
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Urticaria and angioedema are common diseases with diverse origins that constitute a substantial component of medical practice. Urticaria, or hives, refers to one or more areas of intensely pruritic papules or plaques with swelling of the superficial dermis (wheal) surrounded by local erythema (flare).
David A. Khan, Justin R. Chen
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Introduction: Hospitalizations due to angioedema are important especially in debilitating or life-threatening situations. The aim of this study was to evaluate the frequency and etiology of angioedema without urticaria in hospital admissions.
Joana Cosme +3 more
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The authors present the case of a 22-year-old female who reported having a persistent sore throat. The patient had a history of recurring episodes of hereditary angioedema and arrived at the emergency department with her C1-esterase inhibitor. The epidemiology, clinical presentation, and treatment strategies are presented.
Banerjee, Anjali +4 more
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An adolescent girl with signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and negative immunologic workup: a case report. [PDF]
BackgroundThe increasing incidence of allergies and allergic reactions among children and adults has become a major public health concern. The etiology of allergic reactions can often be confirmed based on a detailed history and supportive testing ...
Bauer, Maureen +4 more
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