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Hereditary Angioedema

Hereditary angioedema is a group of rare genetic conditions that cause recurrent, unpredictable swelling of the skin or mucous membranes. Episodes can affect the extremities, face and abdomen, and become life-threatening when the larynx is involved.

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Key points

  • The swelling in hereditary angioedema affects deeper layers of skin and mucosa, unlike the raised weals seen in urticaria.
  • Because the condition is hereditary, it runs in families and is passed down through a genetic change.

Medicines listed for Hereditary Angioedema

The single product on this page is Danazol, a hormone-based medicine in 50mg, 100mg and 200mg tablet strengths. It lowers the hormone output that can make angioedema episodes worse.

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