Which of the following is the aetiological agent most often associated with Epiglottitis in children: (A) Streptococcus pneumonia, (B) Haemophilus influenza type b, (C) Neisseria species, (D) Moraxella catarrhalis
Answer is B. It is a serious condition and affects children of 2-7 years of age but can also affect adults. H. influenzae B is the most common organism responsible for this condition in children. Ref: PL Dhingra 7th edition of Ear, Nose and Throat; Pg no 327