A patient has a severe swelling of the leaf shaped flap that helps prevent food from entering the lower respiratory tract. Which of the following conditions is the patient suffering from?
A) Tracheitis
B) Laryngitis
C) Epiglottitis
D) Pharyngitis
Answer: C
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