Dr Ronald Chin Peers Into Acute Laryngotracheobronchitis
Laryngotracheobronchitis is the inflammation of the larynx and trachea that extends into the bronchi. It predominantly occurs between ages 6 months to 3 years
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Laryngotracheobronchitis is the inflammation of the larynx and trachea that extends into the bronchi. It predominantly occurs between ages 6 months to 3 years
Peritonsillar Abscess is the collection of pus in the peritonsillar space outside the palatine tonsil capsule. It is the most common deep neck infection.
Is characterized by low-grade tonsil discomfort and halitosis, sometimes with mild upper neck lymphadenopathy.
Acute tonsilitis is an acute inflammation of the palatine tonsils. It’s most common in school children. This disorder peaks in winter.
Hypertrophy is the increase in muscle size of the pharyngeal tonsil. It is most commonly seen in children aged 3 to 6.
Effusion is when fluids in the middle ear are without signs or symptoms of an acute ear infection.
Inflammation of the middle ear cavity is known as acute otitis media. Its risk factors include young age, daycare, tobacco smoke, down syndrome, bottle feeding when supine, and family history.
Acute otitis media is the inflammation of the middle ear space. It’s most common in infants and young children. Around 70% to 80% of infants had at least one episode of AOM by age 3.
Tracheostomy is the temporary opening from the trachea to the lower neck. It’s usually formed to bypass airway obstruction in the larynx or upper airway.
Vocal fold nodules are the thickening or callus formation on the vocal folds. It’s commonly seen in children, professional speakers, singers, and teachers. It’s more common in women than men.
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