Stridor

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Stridor due to Diphtheria

In stridor due to diphtheria, an examination of the throat will reveal a white membrane. Diphtheria infection is uncommon nowadays.

Treatment

Benzyl Penicillin IM/IV 25,000 - 50,000 units/kg intravenously in 4 divided doses for 5 days

Prevention

Diphtheria can be effectively prevented by active immunisation in childhood

Stridor due to inhaled paraffin

Signs and Symptoms

  • Smell of paraffin
  • Cyanosis
  • High respiratory rate
  • Tachycardia
  • Tachypnoea

TreatmentDO NOT INDUCE VOMITING!

  • Give milk
  • Hydrate
  • Give Oxygen
  • Antibiotic prophylaxis with Amoxycillin 125mg/5ml taken 3 times a day.

Advice to patients

  • Do not put paraffin in soft drink containers
  • Clearly label paraffin containers