What is C1esterase deficiency?

What is C1esterase deficiency?

• C1esterase deficiency: C1esterase deficiency is a condition characterized by swelling under the skin or mucosal tissue - the skin, respiratory tract or gastrointestinal tract may be affected. The condition may be inherited or acquired. Symptoms tend to develop over a few days and then abate after two to five days. Swelling attacks may occur fairly regularly e.g. weekly or sporadically e.g. once or twice a year.

C1esterase deficiency: Introduction

Types of C1esterase deficiency:

Broader types of C1esterase deficiency:

• Genetic conditions
• Metabolic conditions
• Congenital conditions - metabolic disorders
• Congenital conditions
• more types...»

How serious is C1esterase deficiency?

Prognosis of C1esterase deficiency: The severity of the condition varies amongst patients. Stress (physical or mental) must be avoided as they can trigger an episode.
Complications of C1esterase deficiency: see complications of C1esterase deficiency

What causes C1esterase deficiency?

Causes of C1esterase deficiency: see causes of C1esterase deficiency

What are the symptoms of C1esterase deficiency?

Symptoms of C1esterase deficiency: see symptoms of C1esterase deficiency

Complications of C1esterase deficiency: see complications of C1esterase deficiency

C1esterase deficiency: Testing

Misdiagnosis: see misdiagnosis and C1esterase deficiency.

How is it treated?

Doctors and Medical Specialists for C1esterase deficiency: Allergist/Immunologist ; see also doctors and medical specialists for C1esterase deficiency.
Treatments for C1esterase deficiency: see treatments for C1esterase deficiency

Name and Aliases of C1esterase deficiency

Main name of condition: C1esterase deficiency

C1 INH deficiency

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