A person with mild symptoms usually doesn’t have to be treated. Only moderate to severe signs may require treatment. However, if a patient has breathing difficulties, it’s an emergency: The swollen throat or tongue has led to a severe airway blockage that can be life-threatening for him/her. It’s recommended that people with Quincke's edema avoid any known allergen or trigger that may result in their symptoms.
Moreover, they shouldn’t take any medicines, herbs, or supplements that are not prescribed by a doctor. Cool compresses or soaks can relieve pain. Medicaments against angioedema include antihistamines, anti-inflammatory medicines, epinephrine shots, and inhaler medicines that open up the airways.
Preventive measures
If Quincke’s edema is caused by an allergy, it may be prevented if the patient avoids all those allergenic substances. However, it cannot be prevented completely if the disease runs in the family. But the physician of the affected person may develop a method of treatment together with the patient. In this way, life-threatening conditions won’t probably occur.
