epiglottitis
/ˌɛpɪɡləˈtaɪtɪs/
noun
- A serious infection and swelling of the epiglottis that can block the airway and make breathing difficult.
- Vaccines have made epiglottitis much less common in children.
- Symptoms of epiglottitis include severe sore throat, fever, and difficulty swallowing.
- Epiglottitis is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment.