A peritonsillar abscess, also known as quinsy, is a collection of pus that forms just outside the tonsil. It’s a common complication of tonsillitis, a bacterial infection of the tonsils. Symptoms of a peritonsillar abscess include a sore throat, difficulty swallowing,...
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Peritonsillar Abscess Needle Aspiration
A peritonsillar abscess is a collection of pus that forms between the tonsil and the wall of the throat. It is a complication of tonsillitis, an infection of the tonsils. A peritonsillar abscess may cause difficulty swallowing, pain when swallowing, or...
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