Acute throat infections most commonly occur in people aged 5–24 years. Complications include otitis media (most common), peri-tonsillar abscess (quinsy), and parapharyngeal abscess. Sore throat due to a viral or bacterial cause is a self-limiting condition.

2021年7月20日 · Peritonsillar abscess is a complication of acute tonsillitis. Tonsillitis is inflammation of the pharyngeal tonsils (see the separate Tonsillitis article) 1 . In peritonsillar abscess, there is pus trapped between the tonsillar capsule and the lateral pharyngeal wall 2 .

2021年1月1日 · A peritonsillar abscess (also known as quinsy) is a complication of acute tonsillitis in which pus collects in the peritonsillar space. If untreated it may lead to deep neck space infection.

Peritonsillar abscess (quinsy) — suggested by fever, neck pain, trismus, a muffled voice, a displaced uvula, and an enlarged, displaced tonsil, with swelling of the peri-tonsillar region.

2023年7月17日 · Peritonsillar abscess, also known as quinsy, is the localized collection of pus in peritonsillar space between the tonsillar capsule and superior constrictor muscle. It was first described in the 14th century and became more extensively known in the 20th century after the antibiotic era started.

In most cases, a sore throat is the first sign of a peritonsillar abscess, with additional symptoms developing over the next few days. Other common peritonsillar abscess symptoms include: Tonsillitis. Fever. Chills. Swelling of your face and neck. Headache. Earache. Drooling. Difficulty swallowing. Bad breath. Muffled voice or hoarseness.

If infectious mononucleosis is confirmed, see the CKS topic on Glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis) for advice on management. If candidal pharyngitis is suspected, prescribe nystatin for mild to moderate cases, and fluconazole if the fungal infection is more widespread or the person has experienced a long duration of symptoms.

2025年2月16日 · Quinsy is a complication of acute tonsillitis, usually due to streptococcal infection. It is a collection of pus arising outside the capsule of the tonsil in close relationship to its upper pole.

What is quinsy? A quinsy (peritonsillar abscess) is a pus-filled pocket that forms near one of your tonsils. It’s usually a complication of tonsillitis, but this isn’t always the case. It is often caused by the same bacteria that cause strep throat.

2023年7月28日 · “Quinsy” or peritonsillar abscess (PTA) is a collection of pus in the peritonsillar space, a potential space that surrounds the palatine tonsils. PTA is considered a purulent complication of tonsillitis (1) and is classed as a deep neck space abscess.