Peritonsillar abscess

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Prince Tano Djan, BSc, MBChB [2]

Synonyms and keywords: PTA, Tonsillar abscess, Intratonsillar abscess, Quinsy

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History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | X Rays | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

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Medical Therapy | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention

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Case #1

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