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1
Q

what is it

A

inflammation and swelling of epiglottis
normally in children
medical emergency

2
Q

what are the symptoms

A
temp 38+
severe sore throat
difficulty breathing 
abnormal and high pitched breathing 
dysphagia
3
Q

what is cause

A

H. influenza bacteria

4
Q

how do diagnose it

A

laryngoscopy

blood test - WBC and bacteria

5
Q

how is it treated

A

urgent endotrachael intubation

IV broad spectrum antibiotics (ceftazidime, ceftriaxone)

6
Q

how to prevent it

A

vaccination during childhood