Overview
What is hereditary angioedema?
Hereditary angioedema, or HAE, is a rare, potentially disabling and life-threatening genetic disorder characterized by episodes of severe swelling (angioedema) in the hands, feet, genitals, stomach, face and/or throat.
How common is hereditary angioedema?
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a very rare and potentially life-threatening genetic condition that occurs in about 1 in 10,000 to 1 in 50,000 people.1
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Symptoms
What are the symptoms of hereditary angioedema?
How is it diagnosed?
The diagnosis of hereditary angioedema is based upon patient history and physical findings during episodes of swelling (angioedema) combined with unexplained abdominal pain, family history and X-rays. Blood and genetic samples are also required to diagnose and distinguish between the two different types of hereditary angioedema, Type I and II.
Medications
Hereditary Angioedema
The following specialty medications are available at Accredo, your specialty pharmacy, for the treatment of hereditary angioedema.
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Meet the Team
Your Accredo hereditary angioedema team is dedicated to serving you and we understand the complexity of your condition. Our specialty-trained clinicians are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to answer any questions.
Why We Do It
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