Epiglottitis
Severe Bacterial infection.
Organisms :
- Streptococcus Pyogenes (MC)
- Strep. Pneumoniae
- Staph. Aureus
Features :
- Toxic, febrile, drooling saliva
- Respiratory failure
X-Ray : Thumb Sign
May require Emergency Thracheostomy
DOC : Ceftriaxone with Sulbactam
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