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==Surgery==
==Overview==
Surgery is needed to drain the infected area. Corticosteroids are sometimes given to reduce airway swelling. High-dose antibiotics are given through a vein (intravenous) to treat the infection.
Surgery is needed to drain the infected area. The airway will be protected so that it does not become completely blocked by the swelling.


The airway will be protected so that it does not become completely blocked by the swelling.
==References==
==References==



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