Quincke's edema

Introduction: Quincke's edema

Description of Quincke's edema

Quincke's edema: Involves swelling of deep skin layers and fatty tissues under the skin as well as the mucous membrane. The condition involves recurrent swelling of tissues, abdominal pain and swelling of the voice box. It is often caused by an allergic reaction to drugs or food. It is also called angioneurotic edema, giant urticaria, Quincke's disease or angioedema.

Quincke's edema: Related Topics

These medical condition or symptom topics may be relevant to medical information for Quincke's edema:

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• Edema (208 causes)
• Swelling (3730 causes)
• Swelling symptoms (3730 causes)
• Deep
• Skin
• Skin symptoms (5992 causes)
• Skin disease
• Skin disorder

Terms associated with Quincke's edema:

The following terms can be used for Quincke's edema

• hereditary angioneurotic edema

Source: CRISP

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