Question 1

how long does a hereditary angioedema attack typically last?

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1-3 days: 24-72 hours is typical.

Question 2

at what age do attacks of hereditary angioedema start?

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Most before age 15: About 40% of people with hereditary angioedema( hae) experience their first episode before age 5, and 75% present before age 15. There is one type of hae(type 3), found in the second decade of life or later, and rarely occurs before puberty.

Question 3

when would you consider hereditary angioedema attacks serious?

Accepted Answer

Close the airway: Hereditary angioedema is characterized by episodes of tissue swelling in the face, throat, limbs, and abdomen. In most cases, the swelling develops over hours but sometimes it may take only minutes. The most serious attacks swell the throat closed which can quickly cause respiratory arrest & death if not treated. Frequent & unpredictable attacks are also serious and require preventative treatment.

Question 4

whats hereditary angioedema?

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Severe Swelling: Hereditary angioedema is rare but serious genetic immune system problem that is due to a deficiency of c1 esterase inhibitor.  It is characterized by swelling of the face and airways, and my be life threatening.

Question 5

what cause hereditary angioedema?

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HAE: Hereditary angioedema (hae) is caused by a an uncontrolled activation of a complex cascade of proteins called complement.  Hae is a result of a deficiency or lack of functional c1 esterase inhibitor protein.  Some patients are born with this problem while other may acquire a lack of c1 esterase inhibitor from an underlying disease such as cancer.  There are new treatments available.

Question 6

can anyone have hereditary angioedema?

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Yes: Hereditary angioedema types 1 and 2 have a very strong genetic component and typically runs in families. However, spontaneous mutations can occur and hae i and ii can occur on anyone.

Question 7

what causes hereditary angioedema to occur?

Accepted Answer

Abnl or absent prote: Hae is the result of missing or a poorly functioning protein called c1 esterase inhibitor. When this protein is missing or abnormal then a patient may to prone to swelling problems which can be life threatening.

Question 8

is hereditary angioedema different from regular angioedema?

Accepted Answer

Inherited v acquired: Angioedema, a condition involving rapid swelling & accumulation of fluid in the skin & deeper tissues, is usually classified as hereditary (similar episodes run in the family) or acquired (due to medications or other allergic reaction). A third category sometimes used is idiopathic, meaning no obvious pathology or cause can be determined. Angioedema can involve the airways & cut off breathing.

Question 9

hereditary angioedema - can anybody tell me anything about?

Accepted Answer

Abnl or absent prote: Hae is the result of missing or a poorly functioning protein called c1 esterase inhibitor. When this protein is missing or abnormal then a patient may to prone to swelling problems which can be life threatening.

Question 10

when does prophylaxis for hereditary angioedema become necessary?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Great question. It really depends on two factors: 1. The severity of the reactions, and 2. The frequency of the reactions. When the reactions become too severe and/or too frequent, prophylactic treatment is recommended. Now, what does too severe/frequent mean? It depends on the person. Ultimately, when the reactions impact a patient's daily life, it's time to consider prophylaxis.

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