Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck SurgeryOtorhinolaryngology
Acute epiglottitis
Acute epiglottitis
Disease overview
The epiglottis is a leaf-shaped structure composed of cartilage and mucous membrane, located in the throat, which prevents food or liquid from entering the trachea during swallowing. Acute epiglottiti...
Detailed description
The epiglottis is a leaf-shaped structure composed of cartilage and mucous membrane, located in the throat, which prevents food or liquid from entering the trachea during swallowing. Acute epiglottitis is an acute inflammation of the epiglottis caused by infection, trauma, or other factors, also known as acute supraglottic laryngitis.
Common symptoms of this disease include sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and fever.
Disease information
Disease name
Acute epiglottitis
English name
Acute epiglottitis
Category
Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Subcategory
Otorhinolaryngology
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Otorhinolaryngology
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