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1
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mononucleosis

A

95% of patients recover without specific antiviral therapy

treatment is asymptomatic
-NSAIDs
acetopminophen
warm saline

2
Q

epiglottitis

A

IV antibiotics ceftizozime or dexamethasone

then taper corticosteroid as S/s resolve
PO abx to finish course

intubation if shortness of breath

3
Q

streptococcal pharyngitis

A

penicillin 1st line

if penicillin allergy - macrolides, clindamycin, cephalosporins

4
Q

viral pharyngitis

A

fluids, warm saline gargles

5
Q

laryngitis

A

supportive care mainstay - hydration, humidification, vocal rest
erythromycin may help

6
Q

diptheria

A

membrane removal by direct laryngoscopy

antitoxin