Peritonsillar abscess

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Epidemiology

  • All age groups

Clinical Manifestations

History

  • Fever
  • Malaise
  • Sore throat
  • Dysphagia
  • Ipsilateral ear pain

Signs & Symptoms

  • Trismus
  • Drooling
  • Hot potato voice
  • Cervical lymphadenopathy
  • Uvula displaced

Management

  • Drainage
  • Antibiotics covering anaerobes