Quincke’s edema, also known as “angioneurotic edema” or angioedema, is an acute swelling of the skin and mucous membrane. This can sometimes affect the subcutaneous connective tissue and subcutaneous fatty tissue. It is an acute and non-painful swelling that can have both allergic and non-allergic causes. Quincke’s edema is therefore not an independent clinical picture, … The Quincke edema
Localization of Quincke’s edema In principle, Quincke’s edema can occur anywhere on the body. However, a specific distribution pattern of the swellings is conspicuous, which leads to a characteristic appearance of the affected persons. It seems to be mainly affected areas where there is a low tissue resistance. These include the eyelids. Depending on the … Localization of Quincke’s edema | The Quincke edema
Associated symptoms of Quincke’s edema Allergic Quincke’s edema can be accompanied by typical symptoms such as hives and itching. The itching then usually affects the entire skin and not just a specific part of the body. Furthermore, redness of the eyes may occur. In the case of non-allergic Quincke’s edema, there may also be accompanying … Associated symptoms of Quincke’s edema | The Quincke edema
Duration of Quincke’s edema Quincke’s edema develops acutely over a few seconds to minutes. With immediate therapy, it usually subsides within a few minutes. It is therefore an acute event overall. However, hereditary or idiopathic Quincke’s edema in particular can occur repeatedly and therefore lead to chronic recurrence, whereas allergic Quincke’s edema can be prevented … Duration of Quincke’s edema | The Quincke edema
