A Surprising Nasal Obstruction

Tooth
A 38-year-old man has chronic nasal obstruction. Exam and CT reveal a hard, radiodense mass. Explore the differential diagnosis for this unusual finding.
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A Dangerous Sore Throat

Retropharyngeal abscess
A 26-year-old woman presents with a severe sore throat, fever, and leukocytosis. Explore this critical deep neck space infection and its urgent management.
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When COPD Treatment Affects the Voice

Laryngeal candidiasis
Explore the case of a 78-year-old man with COPD on inhaled steroids who develops dysphonia. Learn about the diagnostic process for white laryngeal plaques.
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A Butterfly in the Throat?

Treponema pallidum hemagglutination assay
A 40-year-old man presents with a sore throat and unusual butterfly-shaped white plaques in his oropharynx. Explore the diagnostic journey for this rare finding.
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A Chilling Case of Sore Throat

Frostbite injury
A 23-year-old man develops painful swallowing and hoarseness after inhaling recreational nitrous oxide. Explore the surprising cause of his oral injuries.
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