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Anaphylaxis Mimicking Severe Croup in Pediatric Patients: A Case Series

Hrithik Dakssesh Putta Nagarajan1, Roshan P K2, Md Ramij Biswas3

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Madurai Medical College, Madurai, IND.

Cureus
|April 1, 2026
PubMed

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Acute stridor in children can mimic croup but may indicate anaphylaxis. Prompt recognition of allergic triggers and adrenaline treatment are crucial for life-saving outcomes in pediatric emergencies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Emergency Medicine
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Critical Care

Background:

  • Acute stridor in children is often misdiagnosed as croup.
  • Anaphylaxis can present with symptoms similar to croup, including stridor.
  • Timely diagnosis and treatment are critical for managing pediatric stridor.

Keywords:
allergy and anaphylaxiscase reportcroupsea food allergyspasmodic cough

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