Paediatrics Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main cause of Epiglottitis?
A
Haemophilus influenza type B
1
Q
Define Epiglottitis?
A
also known as supraglottitis
It is inflammation of the epiglottis and surrounding supraglottic structures
2
Q
What other organisms can cause Epiglottitis?
A
Streptococcus pneumonia
Group A streptococci
Staphylococcus aureus
3
Q
What age group is mainly affected by Acute epiglottis?
A
2-7 years
but most commonly in adults
4
Q
What are the common features of Acute epiglottis?
A
- sore throat
- odynophagia (pain when swallowing)
- drooling
- hot potato voice
- stridor (high pitched inspiratory noise)
- respiratory distress (tachypnea, tripod, accessory muscles)
- fever
5
Q
What sign is seen on x-ray in acute epiglottis?
A
thumb sign
