Recurrent facial and tongue swelling (158/1700)

An otherwise healthy 13yo boy presents with recurrent episodes of facial and tongue swelling
and abdominal pain. His father has had similar episodes. What is the most likely dx?
a. C1 esterase deficiency
b. HIV
c. Mumps
d. Sarcoidosis
e. Sjogren’s syndrome
































answer: A hereditary angioedema

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