
Episode #11
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE): Lisa's Story
In San Diego, we meet Lisa, who started suffering from mysterious swelling on her abdomen, limbs, and face when she was 12. Her mother also suffered from the same condition, but her doctors were mystified until a life-threatening medical crisis finally led to the diagnosis of a rare disease called hereditary angioedema, or HAE. Today, Lisa is able to better control her HAE and enjoys a full and active life with her husband and young son. This episode features in-depth commentary from renowned expert Marc Riedl, MD, Clinical Director of the US HAEA Center at UC San Diego Health. Subscribe to listen to more inspiring stories. You can also watch more episodes on our website ( MedicalStories.TV ) our YouTube channel ( @medicalstories ), or your public television station (check your local PBS listings). Follow us on Facebook: medicalstories.pubtv.pbs Check us out on Instagram: @medicalstories_pubtv_pbs Look for us on TikTok: @medicalstories.tv #MedicalStories #MedStoriesTV #hae #hereditaryangioedema

