Epiglottitis

... epiglottitis WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW epiglottitis (ep-ee-glah-TIE-tis) is an infection that ... 2 to 12, and can be a very serious problem. epiglottitis is most common in children between 2 and 6 years ...

Epiglottis

... like pneumonia , acute bronchitis , whooping cough , croup , or epiglottitis ( inflammation of the epiglottis -- the flap that closes the windpipe ... nasal passages with the esophagus , the connection to the stomach . epiglottitis is an acute infection of the epiglottis , which is a flap of ...

Acute bronchitis

... Inflammation of the Colon ( Colitis ) ... Sudden illness or infections like pneumonia , acute bronchitis , whooping cough , croup , or epiglottitis ( inflammation of the epiglottis -- the flap that closes the windpipe when you swallow) ... Acute bronchitis is rarely serious in otherwise ...

Bronchitis

... Decay BBTD ( Baby Bottle Tooth Decay ) ... Sudden illness or infections like pneumonia , acute bronchitis , whooping cough , croup , or epiglottitis ( inflammation of the epiglottis -- the flap that closes the windpipe when you swallow) ... Adult indications: treatment of ...

Bronchiolitis

... pan arthritis ; pan atrophy ; panblastic; pan bronchiolitis ; ... respiratory infections , such as croup , influenza , pertussis , epiglottitis , pneumonia , RSV infection , bronchiolitis , and the common cold . metabolic conditions, such as cystic fibrosis , an inherited condition that ...

Cough

... and coma . Near Drowning Treatment ... Sudden illness or infections like pneumonia , acute bronchitis , whooping cough , croup , or epiglottitis ( inflammation of the epiglottis -- the flap that closes the windpipe when you swallow) ... Aquatab C (guaifenesin, phenylpropanolamine HCl, ...

Croup

... typically has attacks of abdominal pain . Sudden illness or infections like pneumonia , acute bronchitis , whooping cough , croup , or epiglottitis ( inflammation of the epiglottis -- the flap that closes the windpipe when you swallow) ... Croup , which is a swelling or obstruction in ...

DIC

... though croup is usually mild and disappears rather quickly, may also indicate the presence of a very serious respiratory tract infection (see epiglottitis ). MAURA DIC KLER, MD: HER2 stands for "human epidermal growth factor receptor type 2," and really it's a name of a receptor that sits on the ...

Germ

... cell mutation s cannot be inherited. The infection is caused by a germ spread through the air. Children are usually not sick before getting epiglottitis . But some children may have a cold , cough , or sore throat . Signs/Symptoms ... Liver , kidney , wheat germ , lentils, sunflower seeds, ...

Hib

... against H. influenza e type b (called the Hib vaccine ). It is given to babies at two, four, six, and 15 months. Use of this vaccine has made epiglottitis a very rare occurrence. Key Terms ... Vaccine s are now available to prevent some types of pneumonia , including a pneumococcal vaccine (to ...

Immunizations

...... The doctor also will review your child's immunizations for Haemophilus influenza e. Without these immunizations , this bacterium can cause epiglottitis , a potentially life-threatening infection that can block the windpipe suddenly. Reviewed by Richard Thompson, MD, a specialist in travel ...

Immunization

... The doctor also will review your child's immunization s for Haemophilus influenza e. Without these immunization s , this bacterium can cause epiglottitis , a potentially life-threatening infection that can block the windpipe suddenly. A rare but reversible reaction to a viral illness or ...

Laryngeal Cancer

... childhood disease s, such as chickenpox or the measles . Sometimes a sore throat can lead to chronic fatigue syndrome , gingivitis , epiglottitis , diphtheria , laryngeal cancer , ... ...

Neck pain

... , neck pain and palpitations ," says George Sopko, MD, a cardiologist with the National Heart , Lung, and Blood Institute. A patient with epiglottitis typically experiences a sudden fever , and begins having severe throat and neck pain . Neck pain and stiffness Muscle pain (minimal, less ...

Oropharynx

... starts in the cells that line the oropharynx . Oropharynx The part of the airway into which the mouth leads. SupraglottitisAnother term for epiglottitis . Trachea The part of the airway that leads into the bronchi al tubes. oropharynx (or-o-FAIR-inks) The part of the throat at the back of the ...

Pneumonia

... find infection , pneumonia , or tumor s. Sudden illness or infections like pneumonia , acute bronchitis , whooping cough , croup , or epiglottitis ( inflammation of the epiglottis -- the flap that closes the windpipe when you swallow) ... Mystery pneumonia - the facts about the "killer ...

Rapid heartbeat

... - Rapid heartbeat IS ME DIC AL ATT ENT ION NECESSARY? Absolutely. A child with epiglottitis should be taken to an emergency room immediately. When en route to the hospital , follow these instructions: ... Rapid heartbeat . Irregular ...

Tracheitis

... lining the airway becomes inflamed and there are increased secretions. Croup may sometimes be confused with more serious conditions, such as epiglottitis or bacterial tracheitis . These ailments arise from bacterial infection and must receive medical treatment . Causes and symptoms ... naso ...

Whooping cough

... is sneezing and watering of the eyes . Sudden illness or infections like pneumonia , acute bronchitis , whooping cough , croup , or epiglottitis ( inflammation of the epiglottis -- the flap that closes the windpipe when you swallow) ... First thing to check on is your child’s ...