Question

A 4-month-old infant is brought in by his parents due to concerns about a 'barking' cough, hoarseness, and noisy breathing, especially at night. The symptoms started acutely. On examination, the infant has inspiratory stridor at rest. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Croup (Laryngotracheobronchitis)

Answer

Acute bronchiolitis

Answer

Bacterial tracheitis

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Epiglottitis

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Foreign body aspiration

Practice question

A 4-month-old infant is brought in by his parents due to concerns about a 'barking' cough, hoarseness, and noisy breathing, especially at night. The symptoms started acutely. On examination, the infant has inspiratory stridor at rest. What is the most likely diagnosis?