Angioedema is caused by an allergic reaction to something you've eaten, an insect bite, pollen allergies, or a medication you've taken. 1  It causes a swelling of the lips, face, and tongue, which usually occurs rapidly. It can also sometimes be accompanied by redness or bumps (hives). Due to the swelling, you may have difficulty talking. Angioedema can also cause swelling of the airway and difficulty breathing, which may be life-threatening.
holocentric chromosome. (genetics). A chromosome with centromer; activity/spread along its entire length.1  Facebook.olocentric chromosome. (genetics). A chromosome with centromer; activity/spread along its entire length. 1  Facebook.
noun. The condition of having a diploid chromosome complement in which one chromosome lacks its homologous partner. Example sentences. 1  The predominant anomalies in reproductive specimens include trisomy of the autosomes and monosomy of the X chromosome. The predominant anomalies in reproductive specimens include trisomy of the autosomes and monosomy of the X chromosome. 2  Both monosomy and trisomy of specific chromosomes are associated with developmental defects and cancer risk.