Case ReportInternational Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery

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A case of recurrent Ludwig's angina

Int J Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2020;6(6):1201-1202.DOI10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20202226

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Abstract

In this paper, we describe the case of a 45-year-old male who presented with recurrent swelling of the submandibular region. The last episode of the swelling was triggered post tooth extraction. There were associated features like increased temperature and leukocytosis. The patient was started on IV antibiotics and analgesics and with incision and drainage the patient improved with no sequelae.

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  1. Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Saveetha Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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