Inadequate response of the immune system to the effect of various stimuli can cause serious complications. One of the most dangerous of her symptoms is allergic edema. It can occur on any part of the body, the mucosa and even affect the internal organs. Some types of edema, for example, Quincke, are fraught with severe irreversible consequences, lethal outcome.
Allergic swelling of the face, hands and feet
The localization of accumulation of excess fluid is observed when contacting such types of stimuli:
- animal protein;
- pollen of plants;
- food products;
- tobacco smoke ;
- medicines;
- poison, injected into the wound after an insect bite;
- chemical compounds and toxins;
- household, building dust.
The presented symptom complex includes allergic edema of the nose, lips and eyelids. The problem is solved by oral intake, intravenous, subcutaneous or intramuscular administration of antihistamines.
The frequent form of Quincke's edema is also the accumulation of excess fluid in the limbs. Additionally, red spots may appear on the arms and legs, itching may appear. In such situations, it is important to immediately stop contact with the irritant and immediately go to the hospital.
Allergic swelling of the throat or larynx, respiratory tract
This form of described pathology causes death.
Provocators of allergic swelling in these zones are the same factors that were listed in the previous section. However, negative symptoms develop much faster, because of which the patient does not always have time to take medical measures or seek help.
Self-therapy of edema of the respiratory system and nasopharynx is extremely dangerous. With the earliest signs of pathology, it is important to immediately call a team of professional medics.