Angioedema cause a lot of pain

[Betty_zz_Boop]

Dear Doctors,

Every end of August and September I face the same pain on my feet and arms especially
.(as i told that it might be an angioedema ).
This time of the year, the inside of my nose  swell up therefore I have problem breathing and headaches,also
the most difficult is when my body swell up especial  my feet  and arms and a bit my face.
That swelling causes me a lot of pain. Make my feet and arms very heavy ,and more warm up.

This pain with the whole swelling edema it last for 3-4 months and then every thing come to normal, until the next year.

I kindly ask your help  how I can manage to control it,, and is there anything that i can do to make
it stop?  


Many thanks in advance for your help.

Betty

[Tuckamore]

Hi Betty,

Thank you so much for updating me. So many ppl post and than I never hear how they are doing again. And I wonder about some and worry about more so again I am grateful that you got back to me.

I am glad to hear that your symptoms are easing. It sounds like an allergy to me too. I have a skin allergy that acts up every 4 or 5 years. My allergist treats in generically. He says as long as it responds to treatment we really don't have to worry about just what it is unless it would not respond and/or it caused additional issues.. Testing is very expensive and detailed as well as time consuming. So I agree with him.

However in your case your symptoms are pretty extensive and painful unlike my symptoms. Again I appreciate the update. I'll look forward to your next one. Wishing You Continued Improvement, Tuck

[Betty_zz_Boop]

Hello Tuckamore,

Many thanks for your reply and for your help.

My situation now is much better. My body is get back to normal and
the swell is not cause me so much painful and indignation as before. I follow some specific nourishment and it help me a lot, also it help me a lot the body massage and yoga.
I also ask the allergy community as you advise and they advise me some
blood test in order to know  for sure if is angioedema or not, and because is only a specific period is more likely to be some kind of allergy.

I indent to see a good Allergist to find out why is this happen to me.

Many thanks again :-), and I will let you know.


Best regards Betty

[Tuckamore]

Hello Again,
I am so sorry, I did not address the pain that this condition is causing you. I would tend to believe that if the symptoms are treated your pain will be controlled. But if you are still having pain even with the treatment I would discuss your pain with your physician.

Your condition may become acute and you must be prepared for this, so again please see a very good Allergist. Best of Luck, Tuck

[Tuckamore]

Welcome Betty. I am glad you have found us at the Pain Management Forum of MedHelp but I am very sorry you are suffering with angioedema. You indicate that this may be your diagnosis. I would want it confirmed to to know if it truly is angioedema or another condition.  We do have an Allergy Community at MedHelp that may be of more assistance to you. Click on Forums on the top of this page and select Allergy.

If this is happening in the fall it it obvious the trigger is related to what ever is present in your area during those months. Have you been able to determine what triggers it?

Drug Therapies Suggestions Include:
Several medicines may help prevent or relieve attacks. For mild cases, you can use over-the-counter antihistamines, such as Benadryl, Alavert, or Claritin. Antihistamines
Anti-inflammatory medicines (corticosteroids)
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Epinephrine
Terbutaline (a bronchodilator)

You may use prescription antihistamines. For severe cases, your doctor may prescribe corticosteroids to reduce swelling and itching, or you may need a shot of epinephrine. Mild attacks tend to clear up within 4 days with or without medication.

Long-term nutritional and herbal support used in between attacks may help reduce or prevent angioedema. In addition, herbs and supplements may help alleviate mild symptoms, particularly for chronic and recurring forms. Homeopathic remedies may help alleviate mild symptoms and reduce the frequency and severity of episodes. It is important to tell your doctor about all medications, herbs, and supplements you are taking.

I would recommend the you consult with the best Allergist in your state. Please let us know how you are doing. We are here if you need us.
Take care, Tuck

[Mollyrae]

Hello Betty and welcome to MH.

Unfortunately there are no Doctors in the Pain Forum, just others like yourself who are seeking advise.
I do not suffer from Edema but from what I understand, Hormone therapy can play a big roll in getting your symptoms under control. What does your Physician say about this?
I'm sure that if you posed your question to him like you have here, you might get a good regiment for the 3-4 months of discomfort.

Take care and good luck,
Mollyrae