What Do Hot Fingertips Stridors?
Stridor is an abnormal, high-pitched, musical breathing sound caused by a blockage in the throat or voice box (larynx). It is usually heard when taking in a breath.
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Alternative Names
Breathing sounds - abnormal; Extrathoracic airway obstruction
Considerations
Children are at higher risk of airway blockage because they have narrower airways than adults. In young children, stridor is a sign of airway blockage and must be treated right away to prevent total airway...
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