Common Causes of Stridor
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The Correct Option is c) adenoid hypertrophyCommon Causes of Stridor Include:
- Recent head and neck surgery eg: thyroidectomy, cervical fusions
- Infections eg: quinsy, peri-tonsillar abscess, epiglottitis, neck abscess
- Anaphylactic / allergic reactions
- Tumours – compressing the airway or eroding into blood vessels
- Inhaled foreign bodies / blood / vomitus
- Trauma / bleeding / other swellings in the throat or neck area
- Vocal cord problems or tracheal problems
- Prolonged endotracheal intubation
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