A 25-year-old with suspected peritonsillar abscess (quinsy) has severe sore throat trismus and uvular deviation. What is the recommended management...

Question

A 25-year-old with suspected peritonsillar abscess (quinsy) has severe sore throat trismus and uvular deviation. What is the recommended management

Accepted Answer

Immediate drainage plus IV antibiotics

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Oral antibiotics at home

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High-dose steroids alone

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Throat spray analgesia only

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MRI scan before any intervention

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Peritonsillar abscess