Chapter 19: Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat

Peritonsillar abscess arises in less than one percent of those with GABHS treated with antibiotics5. Those with peritonsillar abscesses present acutely ill with a worsening sore throat, fever, ear pain, trismus (inability or difficulty opening the mouth), peritonsillar mass, deviation of the uvula and a hot potato voice. ................
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