Angioedema Flashcards
1
Q
Swelling into dermis and subcutaneous tissue
A
angioedema
2
Q
What does angioedema involve?
A
Eyelids, lips, tongue and extremities
Respiratory system
GI system
3
Q
What causes angioedema?
A
Idiopathic Hypersensitivity (food, drugs, insect stings) Physical stimuli (cold, pressure, exercise) Autoimmune disease Infection Ace inhibitors NSAIds Hereditary- deficiency of c1-INH Acquired- result of other diseases
4
Q
Who get angioedema more?
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female, no race predilection, all ages
5
Q
What hx do you want for angioedema?
A
FH of angioedema New food or medications Potential triggers/exacerbating factors Medical conditions History of urticaria
6
Q
What do you do on physical exam?
A
airway assessment, inspection, look for GI involvement - presentation varies
7
Q
What is the work up for angioedema?
A
Similar to urticaria Identifying the trigger C4 levels for evaluate for acquired and hereditary Imaging Not routinely performed ? Abdominal CT
8
Q
What is the treatment for angioedema?
A
Life-threatening- Epinephrine Antihistamines \+/- glucocorticoids Hereditary Angioedema C1-INH replacement therapy
