Is A Stroke Hereditary
Health Encyclopedia: Hereditary Angioedema
Hereditary angioedema is a rare but serious problem with the immune system that is passed down through families. It causes swelling, particularly of the face and airways, and abdominal cramping.
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Alternative Names
Quincke's disease
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is caused by low levels or improper function of a protein called
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