Edema Marantica

Maranthic edema - (lat. oedema maranticum) is a rare specific type of edema that can affect various parts of the body, including skin, tissues, internal organs and blood vessels. In this disease, swelling occurs due to the immune system's reaction to a specific allergen or microorganism.

The article describes the history of edema maranthica in a young girl who sought medical help with complaints of swelling of the skin and tissues, as well as problems with the health of the cardiovascular system. As a result of the examination, it turned out that she was allergic to the seeds of the flowering plant Marantaceae, which are present in various fruits and berries, such as