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angioedema
[ an-jee-oh-i-dee-muh ]
noun
, Pathology.
- swelling that occurs just beneath the surface of the skin or mucous membranes.
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Angioedema is a serious medical condition that causes skin to swell, especially near the eyes, mouth, and throat.
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