Epiglottitis

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Epiglottitis
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Epiglottitis

• Epiglottitis happens when the epiglottis (a
  small cartilage lid covering your windpipe),
  swells further blocking airflow into your lungs.
  Most cases of epiglottitis are potentially
  life-threatening.Risk Factors of
  epiglottitisFactors that can increase your
  chances of developing epiglottitis are
• A weak immune system
• Lack of necessary and adequate vaccination in
  children

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Diagnosis of epiglottitis

• If your doctor sees signs of epiglottitis, he
  will first ensure that enough oxygen is getting
  through by using an oximeter.Once your breathing
  is stabilized, your doctor will run the following
  tests on you
• Blood test
• Throat examination
• Throat culture
• Chest or neck X-Ray

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Symptoms of Epiglottitis

• Symptoms of epiglottitis can be different in
  children and adults. However, the most common and
  obvious symptoms of epiglottitis are
• Severe sore throat
• Drooling
• Fever
• Restless behavior
• Discomfort lying down
• Difficulty in swallowing
• High-pitched sound while inhaling

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Treatment of epiglottitis

• The most initial and immediate form of treatment
  is to ensure you are getting enough oxygen. If
  the flow of oxygen is less, then adequate amount
  of oxygen flow is ensured through an oxygen mask
  or a breathing pipe by inserting a needle in the
  trachea.If the epiglottitis has been caused due
  to an infection, antibiotics and intravenous
  drugs are administered. These antibiotics are
  given on an immediate and long-term basis.

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