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Ludwig's Angina Definition
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  • Angina Ludwig's
  • Ludwig's Angina
A person with Ludwig's angina has a life-threatening bacterial infection of the floor of the mouth and salivary glands. The swelling can place pressure against the upper air passageway. Severe swelling can block the air passageway. Images

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Last Updated: Sep 10, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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