A mother takes her 18-month-old child to the pediatrician after the toddler develops a low-grade fever overnight. The little boy also has a runny nose and a harsh barking cough. Upon examination, the child has inspiratory stridor, mild retractions, and is sitting quietly on his mother’s lap. The pediatrician suspects croup, which is primarily caused by:
Answer: Retropharyngeal edema
( The Retropharyngeal edema is the most common form of croup which causes an infection in respiratory tracts both lower and upper. This includes symptoms such as breathing problems, crouo cough etc.)
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