Angioedema
If you haveexperienced angioedema for the first time, your doctor will try to work out what may have caused it.
There are several different causes of angioedema . It's important to know what's causing your symptoms, as this affects the treatment you'll need.
There's no single test to determine the cause of angioedema. Some of the checks and tests you may have are outlined below.
Your doctor may be able to get a good idea ofthe cause of your angioedema by asking about your symptoms and medical history.
For example:
Sometimes the tests below may be needed to confirm the cause.
If your doctor thinks your symptoms may have been caused by an allergy, they mayrefer you to a specialist allergy or immunology clinic for further testing.
Tests you may have include:
These tests can help determine what you're allergic to.This substance is important in regulating the immune system.
A very low level ofC1 esterase inhibitor would suggestyou have an inherited problem affecting how much ofthis substanceyour bodyis able toproduce.
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