Publications by authors named "Isuri Wimalasiri"
Article Synopsis
- Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare genetic condition linked to C1 esterase inhibitor issues that causes severe swelling episodes; this case study focuses on a woman in her 50s suffering from both HAE and bipolar affective disorder (BPAD).
- The patient faced serious challenges, including recurrent angioedema triggered by psychological stress and medications, alongside significant mood fluctuations impacting her quality of life.
- Managing her treatment required careful selection of mood stabilizers to avoid angioedema triggers, alongside support from both mental health and immunology teams for comprehensive care.
All in a scent - naphthalene dependence confined to pregnancy: a case report.
BMC Psychiatry
November 2022
Background: Inhalant or volatile substance use is a health issue with significant medical and psychiatric sequelae. Inhalants or volatile substances are volatile organic substances found in domestic and commercial products which are inhaled to obtain pleasurable effects. They are easily accessible, cheap, and legal.
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