Causes are either hereditary or allergic reactions, triggered by allergy causing substances like pollen, dust, certain food or medication. Swelling commonly occurs on the face, lips, throat ...

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Research indicates that certain dietary choices and physical exercise may serve to aggravate hereditary angioedema (HAE) symptoms.

Edema can occur in any parts of the body. Certain medications, pregnancy, injury or underlying disease conditions can cause edema. The common symptom is swelling. Diagnosis includes a physical ...

Chloe Davies, 32, who lives in Bristol, has hereditary angioedema (HAE), which causes "spontaneous swelling attacks". "If my hand swelled up it would just keep going and going. Severe attacks can ...

"Hereditary angioedema can cause patients severe swellings and intense pain, which can be life-threatening as well as restricting normal activities, such as going to work or school," he said.