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This article discusses a survey conducted among 208 hereditary angioedema (HAE) patients in the UK and Spain to investigate the prodromal symptoms, or early signs and symptoms, that precede HAE attacks. The majority of patients reported experiencing prodromes before swelling occurred, with the most common symptoms being tiredness/fatigue, pressure or tightness in the skin, and abdominal pressure. The actions taken by patients at the onset of prodromal symptoms differed between countries, with UK patients more likely to self-medicate and Spanish patients more likely to wait. The study suggests that early treatment may be associated with better outcomes, but there is variability in patient behavior regarding "early treatment." Clearer communication between healthcare providers and patients is important, and further research is needed to determine the predictive value of prodromes and their relationship to HAE attacks. [Extracted from the article] |
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