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A Man with Sore Throat-A Case Report
Nathan Mercado1, Sawyer Schuljak2, Daniel Ng1,2
1University of California, Riverside School of Medicine, Riverside, CA.
Journal of Education & Teaching in Emergency Medicine
|July 19, 2023
Summary
Ingesting hot food can cause supraglottic thermal burns, leading to airway obstruction. This case highlights conservative management for edema but warns of severe burns causing complete airway blockage.
Area of Science:
- Emergency Medicine
- Otolaryngology
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Ingestion of excessively hot food or drink can cause supraglottic thermal burns.
- Severe edema from these burns may lead to fatal airway obstruction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a case of supraglottic thermal burns.
- To discuss conservative management strategies and potential complications.
Main Methods:
- A case report of an adult male presenting with symptoms after consuming hot rice soup.
- Clinical examination including video laryngoscopy of the upper airway.
Main Results:
- The patient presented with sore throat and hoarseness.
- Video laryngoscopy revealed suspected thermal burns near the epiglottis, with no foreign bodies found.
- Conservative measures were initiated to manage edema.
Conclusions:
- Supraglottic thermal burns require careful evaluation and management.
- While conservative treatment can reduce edema, severe cases may progress to complete airway obstruction.
- Awareness of potential severe complications is crucial for healthcare providers.
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