Angioedema: Meaning, Diagnosis and Overview

Angioedema (AE) is the rapid swelling of the deeper layers of the skin. It is similar to urticaria (hives or welts) which occur on upper dermis (surface of skin). It is possible to have angioedema without hives. A significant number of patients have both urticaria and angioedema. The edema caused by accumulation of fluid can be severe and can affect any part of the body, including hands, lips, eyes, genitals, feet etc.  

Angina Pectoris: Meaning, Diagnosis and Overview

A condition marked by severe pain in the chest, often also spreading to the shoulders, arms, and neck, owing to an inadequate blood supply to the heart. The most common symptom of heart disease is angina or angina pectoris or simply chest pain. Angina can be described as a discomfort, heaviness, pressure, aching, burning, fullness, squeezing, or painful feeling due to heart disease. Men are at higher risk than women. There are various types of angina like stable, unstable, Printzmetals (variant) etc.