Obstructive laryngitis, an acute, viral infection of early childhood marked by stridor caused by spasms of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi, is commonly called

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Obstructive laryngitis marked by stridor caused by spasms of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi is commonly called croup. Asthma is a chronic condition marked by bronchospasm, while diphtheria and epiglottitis are bacterial infections that can cause airway obstruction but are not typically associated with spasms.

Obstructive Laryngitis, an Acute, Viral Infection of Early Childhood Marked