Abstract
Abstract Supraglottic epithelial hyperplasia is rare in the pediatric population, and typically presents in adults as a sequelae of radiation therapy or progressive autoimmune disease. Guttate psoriasis typically presents in young adults following an inflammatory trigger such as an upper respiratory infection or streptococcal pharyngitis. A case of stridorous episodes heralded by flares guttate psoriasis is presented. Pathologic analysis demonstrated supraglottic epithelial hyperplasia. This case demonstrates a rare cause of stridor and upper airway obstruction in children.
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