epiglottitis

• Inflamación de la epiglotis, generalmente de origen infeccioso, que provoca dolor de garganta intenso, fiebre y dificultad para tragar, y puede causar obstrucción de las vías respiratorias.

A medical condition characterized by inflammation of the epiglottis, typically presenting with fever, severe sore throat, and difficulty swallowing.

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1. Inflammation of the epiglottisC2formalmedical

   A serious medical condition involving swelling of the epiglottis, often causing fever, severe throat pain, and trouble swallowing.

   Epiglotitis

   • The child was hospitalized with epiglottitis and needed immediate treatment.
   • Symptoms of epiglottitis include a high fever and difficulty swallowing.
   • Vaccination can help prevent certain types of epiglottitis.