A peritonsillar abscess is a pus-filled pocket that forms near one of your tonsils. It’s usually a complication of tonsillitis and is often caused by the same bacteria that cause strep throat.

Generally preceded by pharyngitis, tonsillitis, or peritonsillar cellulitis Abscess between tonsillar capsule and superior constrictor and palatopharyngeus muscles

A peritonsillar abscess (PTA), also known as a quinsy, is an accumulation of pus due to an infection behind the tonsil. [2] Symptoms include fever, throat pain, trouble opening the mouth, …

A peritonsillar abscess (throat abscess) forms in the tissues of the throat next to one of the tonsils. Severe sore throat and painful swallowing are common symptoms. Treatment may involve …

Peritonsillar abscess and cellulitis are acute pharyngeal infections most common among adolescents and young adults. Symptoms are severe sore throat, trismus, "hot potato" voice, …

Aug 1, 2025 · The clinical features, evaluation, and management of peritonsillar cellulitis (also called peritonsillitis) and abscess will be discussed here. Cervical lymphadenitis, …

May 12, 2017 · Peritonsillar abscess continues to be the most common deep head and neck infection (Galioto 2008). Pus can build up between the pharyngeal muscles and the palatine …

Jun 18, 2025 · The peritonsillar space lies between each tonsil and the wall of the throat. An infection can cause a pus-filled swelling (abscess) to develop in this space. Peritonsillar …

Jun 18, 2025 · The peritonsillar space lies between each tonsil and the wall of the throat. An infection can cause a pus-filled swelling (abscess) to develop in this space. Peritonsillar …

A peritonsillar abscess is a collection of pus that forms in tissues around one or both of the tonsils. It can occur as a result of strep throat or another infection.