| epiglottitis | <pathology> Inflammation of the epiglottis due to a bacterial (haemophilus influenza) infection. This serious, life-threatening infection is more common in children 2 to 7 years of age. The illness is typically of abrupt onset with stridor, sore throat, breathing difficulty, drooling and a high fever. A whispery diminished voice is also common. Treatment involves airway protection and intravenous antibiotics. (07 May 1998) |
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Synonyms : Epiglottitides
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inflammation of the epiglottis; characterized by fever and a severe sore throat and difficulty in swallowing
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Inflammation of the epiglottis
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An inflammation of the epiglottis, the flap of skin that hangs down the back of the throat and covers your windpipe when you swallow food, that can block the windpipe altogether, making breathing difficult. Generally caused by a bacterial infection that can be prevented by the Hib vaccine.
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