Hereditary Angioedema

Question 1

What type of rash is associated with hereditary angioedema?

Answer 1

Erythema marginatum

Question 2

True or False: During an attack associated with Hereditary angioedema, the patient may experience hives.

Answer 2

FALSE. There are no hives in this condition though you can have facial swelling.

Question 3

What is the treatment for hereditary angioedema?

Answer 3

Attenuated androgens (Danazol), epsilon-aminocaproic acid, or C1 Inh replacement.