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My tonsils are huge and my epiglottis has been visible for a few days. It seems to be getting more and more visible every day, I also never received the hib shot as a child. Should I be concerned about getting epiglottitis or does this happen to people often?
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Symptoms are difficulty in swallowing, cough, sore throat, may be hoarse voice and fever. I do gargling. Drink clean and safe water. hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions.
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What Are The Symptoms Of Epiglottitis?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Symptoms are difficulty in swallowing, cough, sore throat, may be hoarse voice and fever. I do gargling. Drink clean and safe water. hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions. Take care!