Hydrophobia and aerophobia are pathognomonic for rabies and occur in 50% of patients. Attempting to drink or having air blown in the face produces severe laryngeal or diaphragmatic spasms and a sensation of choking. This may be related to a violent response of the airway irritant mechanisms. Even the suggestion of drinking may induce hydrophobic spasm.
Hydrophobia Video at http://www.doctorshangout.com/video/hydrophobia-in-a-suspected
Aerophobia Video at http://www.doctorshangout.com/video/aerophobia-in-a-rabies
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Aerophobia and Hydrophobia in a suspected Rabies Patient
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