Epiglottitis

When To Call A Professional

Call an ambulance at the first sign of unexplained breathing difficulty, especially if accompanied by a sore throat, fever, drooling or noisy breathing.

Prognosis

With proper treatment, people usually recover completely. The key, however, is recognizing the symptoms early, so that treatment can be started before difficulties begin.

Additional Info

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098 Phone: (847) 434-4000 Fax: (847) 434-8000 http://www.aap.org/

American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery One Prince St. Alexandria, VA 22314-3357 Phone: (703) 836-4444