MCQ IN MEDICINE

Detailed explanation-1: -Epiglottitis can be fatal if the throat becomes completely blocked. But most people make a full recovery with appropriate treatment.

Detailed explanation-2: -The most common cause is bacterial infection. Epiglottitis symptoms include pain when swallowing, severe sore throat and difficulty breathing. Epiglottitis is a medical emergency. It’s important to seek treatment immediately if you develop symptoms.

Detailed explanation-3: -If the epiglottis is absent in the body then the regulation of food material to esophagus and air into the lungs will get disturbed. Sometimes food will enter into the windpipe and then causes choking. Eventually, the lungs cannot not work properly which can lead to death.