What does "atrophedema" mean?

recurrent large circumscribed areas of subcutaneous edema; onset is sudden and it disappears within 24 hours; seen mainly in young women, often as an allergic reaction to food or drugs

What is a synonym for "atrophedema"?

Common synonyms include: angioedema, giant hives, periodic edema, periodic edema, quincke's edema.

Atrophedema

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recurrent large circumscribed areas of subcutaneous edema; onset is sudden and it disappears within 24 hours; seen mainly in young women, often as an allergic reaction to food or drugs wordnet

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angioedema giant hives periodic edema periodic edema quincke's edema

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