Acute Epiglottitis Flashcards
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Acute Epiglottitis: Define
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Epiglottitis is inflammation and swelling of the epiglottis.
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Acute Epiglottitis: Cause
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It is often caused by an infection.
The most common = Haemophilus Influenza (Hib)
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Acute Epiglottitis: Nature & Severity
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Acute Epiglottis is a medical emergency.
The symptoms develop quickly and rapidly worsen.
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Acute Epiglottitis: Presentation
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Fever Sore Throat Sore to Swallow Breathlessness Stridor Hoarse Voice Drooling
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Acute Epiglottitis: Investigations
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Throat Swab
Bloods
Laryngoscopy
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Acute Epiglottitis: Treatment
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Securing the airway - Oxygen Mask
Antibiotics - to treat the infection.
