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  • Sample Reports - Otolaryngology - ENT

• Throat Conditions

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• Red Throat

Redness inside the throat



• Reflux Laryngitis

A voice disorder caused by the backflow of stomach contents into the voice box area which causes swelling and irritation.



• Retropharyngeal Abscess

An abscess (pus-filled cavity) in the back of the throat. Prompt treatment is needed to avoid obstruction of airways and other complications including death.



• Retropharyngeal Abscess (Like Odynophagia)

The high mortality rate of retropharyngeal abscess owes its association with airway obstruction.



• Riedel Syndrome

A rare condition that occurs when fibrous tissue forms in the thyroid area and progressively destroys the thyroid gland.