posted February 07, 2008 07:15 PM         

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I have something called angio eudemia (or something??) which means that I once in a while get an allergic reaction to something. The cause is unknown though, a specialist have told me it may be anything from a type of food to temperature differences, dust, changes in light or something completely different. They just don't know.

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PLEASE READ!!!!!
That is what the link I posted is about.
I have this type:
Hereditary Type I (HAE-I)
It is vital you be tested to determine if it is allergen related Angioedema or the more serious C1-inhibitor deficiency version; Hereditary Angioedema, or any other type. Here is a chart of the different types: http://www.haea.org/angiotable.php

The treatment is not the same and one can die with the wrong treatment! Many Emergency physicians mistake it for common anaphylaxis, which is NOT the same thing!

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How is Hereditary Angioedema diagnosed?
Most cases of angioedema are not HAE because swelling attacks are typically caused by something other than C1-inhibitor deficiency, usually an allergic reaction. Laboratory analysis of blood samples or genetic testing is required to establish the HAE diagnosis. There are two specific blood tests that confirm HAE.

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What is Hereditary Angioedema?
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) is a very rare and potentially life threatening genetic condition that occurs in about 1/10,000 to 1/50,000 people. HAE symptoms include episodes of edema (swelling) in various body parts including the hands, feet, face, and airway.

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