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Can you cause epiglottitis from checking your throat in the mirror too much??
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No, especially if you're not repeatedly reaching in with your fingers to check it.
Answered 9/24/2023
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Epiglottis is usually caused by bacterial H influenza type B in children. In adults, it can be caused by other bacterial or viruses. So if the mirror is clean it should not result in the probledm
Answered 9/24/2023
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