Angioedema may be acquired of hereditary. Acquired may have causes related to immune system or at times may occur due to unknown factors while genetic predisposition is present in hereditary angioedema.

It can be caused due to the following¹:

• An allergic reaction, such as a food allergy known as "allergic angioedema"
• Medications (such as angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors for high blood pressure). This is known as "drug-induced angioedema"
• A genetic condition called "hereditary angioedema"

But in many other cases, the causes of angioedema are not fully known or understood. This is known as "idiopathic angioedema".¹

Disclaimer: The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or ayurvedic treatment of allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema without consulting the doctor. Consult your physician before beginning an exercise regime. "While we have products /ayurvedic medicines for allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema, you must consult an authorized physician before taking any of the products. For more information on products, visit www.dabur.com or call 1800-103-1644"

Angioedema results in swelling. Some common symptoms are¹:

• Swelling in and around the lips and tongue
• Swelling around the eyes
• Redness and swelling in genitals
• Swollen hands
• Swollen feet

Hereditary angioedema may be associated with stomach pain, nausea and vomiting.

In many people, a raised, itchy rash called urticaria is also observed. In serious cases, angioedema can also cause breathlessness.¹

Disclaimer: The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or ayurvedic treatment of allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema without consulting the doctor. Consult your physician before beginning an exercise regime. "While we have products /ayurvedic medicines for allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema, you must consult an authorized physician before taking any of the products. For more information on products, visit www.dabur.com or call 1800-103-1644"

Diagnosis of angioedema is performed based on the following¹ –

• A Physical examination: This includes symptoms and medical history
• Blood tests: A blood test that measures a substance called C1 esterase inhibitor is performed. Low levels indicate genetics to be a probable cause.
• Skin prick test: This helps to identify if allergens are the cause.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or ayurvedic treatment of allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema without consulting the doctor. Consult your physician before beginning an exercise regime. "While we have products /ayurvedic medicines for allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema, you must consult an authorized physician before taking any of the products. For more information on products, visit www.dabur.com or call 1800-103-1644"

Diagnosis of angioedema is performed based on the following¹ –

• A Physical examination: This includes symptoms and medical history
• Blood tests: A blood test that measures a substance called C1 esterase inhibitor is performed. Low levels indicate genetics to be a probable cause.
• Skin prick test: This helps to identify if allergens are the cause.

Diet Recommendations (Aahar)

Avoid milk and milk products, fish and other sea food likely to cause allergy.

Lifestyle changes (Vihar)

Avoid any contact that results in symptom flares.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or ayurvedic treatment of allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema without consulting the doctor. Consult your physician before beginning an exercise regime. "While we have products /ayurvedic medicines for allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema, you must consult an authorized physician before taking any of the products. For more information on products, visit www.dabur.com or call 1800-103-1644"

Disclaimer: The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or ayurvedic treatment of allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema without consulting the doctor. Consult your physician before beginning an exercise regime. "While we have products /ayurvedic medicines for allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema, you must consult an authorized physician before taking any of the products. For more information on products, visit www.dabur.com or call 1800-103-1644"

1. NHS Choices. Angioedema. Available at http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Angioedema/Pages/Introduction.aspx accessed Sept 1st 2016
2. Patel DJ et al: A Marvellous Effect Of Ayurveda In Angioedema: A Single Case Study. IAMJ. 2016; Vol. 4(7): 1349-52
3. Charak Samhita of Agnivesha. Vidhyotini Hindi Vyakhya- Sastry K & Chaturvedi G – Editors. Chaukhambha Bharati Academy, Varanasi 221001. Reprint 2011

Disclaimer: The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or ayurvedic treatment of allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema without consulting the doctor. Consult your physician before beginning an exercise regime. "While we have products /ayurvedic medicines for allergy-immunity-infection-fever and/or angioedema, you must consult an authorized physician before taking any of the products. For more information on products, visit www.dabur.com or call 1800-103-1644"