Quincke's disease
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چکیده
Marijuana smoke can cause thermal injury, and since legalization and increased use of marijuana in our society, differentiating, diagnosing, and managing this condition have become mandatory. A case of a 28-year-old male with Quincke's disease secondary to marijuana inhalation is presented.
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دوره 5 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2016