Ludwig’s Angina in a Child: A Rare Case Report and Short Review of the Literature

Abstract Ludwig’s angina is a rapidly progressive, life-threatening cellulitis of the submandibular space, most often seen in adults and rarely in young children. We report the case of a 3½-year-old female child presenting with a short history of swelling in the right submandibular region and fever, drooling of saliva, subsequently diagnosed as Ludwig’s angina. The child underwent an incision and drainage procedure along with intravenous antibiotics. Early recognition and prompt medical and surgical management are crucial in preventing airway compromise and systemic complications.