What are the Differences and Similarities Between Urticaria and Angioedema?
The two most feared diseases related to skin are undoubtedly urticaria and angioedema. Though there are many similarities between these two, there are some major differences between them. Certain symptoms, help in distinguishing between them, and can be beneficial in the urticaria treatment as well as angioedema treatment.
Let us first consider the differences: urticaria is on the dermis or upper layer of the skin, whereas angioedema is deep inside. Urticaria wheals are itchy while angioedema swelling is not itchy but can be painful in some cases. Angioedema can be deadly but urticaria does not threaten the patient’s life. As far as the similarities are concerned, both the disease have pretty similar triggers and causes e.g. allergies, pressure, stress, extreme temperatures. Their treatments are also similar to some extent.
Next weeks post will be about hives and dermographism with some amazing surprises.
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Results of Recent Research and Facts about Angioedema – Invaluable for the Sufferer?
Angioedema treatment can be difficult, but it becomes more difficult if you do not know about the latest progress in this area. This blog will tell you about the latest research results about angioedema, so you can easily select the best course of action for treatment.a
The latest development in angioedema treatment is the approval by CSL Behring of a new medicine called Berinert which has been licensed in 30 countries. This is specifically formulated to stop acute hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks. Angioedema is more hazardous (and in some cases it can be deadly as well) as compared to hives or dermographism, therefore, you must pay serious attention if you develop the symptoms.
What are the best drugs for treating angioedema? If you want to know the answer, do not miss my next post due within two days.
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Details of Angioedema Treatment and Idiopathic Angioedema Treatment?
What every patient seeks is treatment, and today I am telling you about the treatment of angioedema. If you are looking for Idiopathic angioedema treatment, you have reached the right place. Though, it is pretty similar to that of normal angioedema treatment it is a bit more complicated. As the causes are unknown in the case of idiopathic angioedema, treating it is more difficult.
If you are opting for treatment, you may have an allergy test by a qualified doctor. Urine and blood tests can also be helpful in order to find, if you are infected with angioedema or not. If the results are positive, certain therapies or antihistamines can be used for relief.
For a detailed Angioedema Treatment and Idiopathic Angioedema Treatment Guide, read here.
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What every patient seeks is treatment, and today I am telling you about the treatment of angioedema. If you are looking for Idiopathic angioedema treatment, you have reached the right place. Though, it is pretty similar to that of normal angioedema treatment it is a bit more complicated. As the causes are unknown in the case of idiopathic angioedema, treating it is more difficult.
If you are opting for treatment, you may have an allergy test by a qualified doctor. Urine and blood tests can also be helpful in order to find, if you are infected with angioedema or not. If the results are positive, certain therapies or antihistamines can be used for relief.
For a detailed Angioedema Treatment and Idiopathic Angioedema Treatment Guide, read here.
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Idiopathic angioedema treatment is similar to that of normal angioedema treatment. However, as the causes are unknown in cases of idiopathic angioedema, treating it is more difficult.
If you think you may have idiopathic angioedema treatment, have an allergy test done by a professional. Urine and blood tests are helpful in order to determine whether you have angioedema. If the results are positive, certain therapies or antihistamines can offer relief.
Hereditary Angioedema Treatment
Hereditary Angioedema Treatment is more difficult as compared to acquired Angioedema Treatment. In hereditary angioedema, triggers must be avoided, as the condition usually does not respond to epinephrine, antihistamines, or corticosteroids.
Finely tuned treatment is based on C1-INH concentrate from donor blood, which must be administered under medical supervision. In many European countries, C1-INH concentrate is not commonly available; therefore, fresh frozen blood plasma, which also contains C1-INH, can be used as an alternative.
Histamine H1 antagonists counter the effect of histamine and its response in the sensory nerve endings and the blood vessels. These histamines are more effective in stopping histamine response than in reversing it, as they are not very useful if histamine reaction has taken place. On the other hand, histamine H2 antagonists are reversible competitive blockers of histamine at the H2 receptors.
Treatment for Angioedema
You can get urine and blood tested in order to determine whether you have angioedema. If the results are positive, it can be cured with certain therapies or antihistamines. If you experience difficulty in breathing, get some fresh air and take long, slow breaths. If the problem persists or worsens, consult a doctor. The most important thing is avoiding any other drugs when you are suffering from angioedema.
Acquired Angioedema Treatment
Epinephrine has been very successful in cases of acquired angioedema. Furthermore, in acquired angioedema, antifibrinolytics, such as tranexamic acid, hereditary angioedema types I and II, and non-histaminergic angioedema may be of use. Cinnarizine has also been proven to be useful, especially in patients with liver problems, as it blocks the formation of C4.
