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Peritonsillar Abscess.
Peritonsillar Abscess - as a noun
A painful pus filled inflammation of the tonsils and surrounding tissues; usually a complication of tonsillitis
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"One of the common symptoms of peritonsillar abscess is a severe sore throat."
"Surgery may be necessary to drain a peritonsillar abscess."
"If left untreated, peritonsillar abscess can lead to complications."
"Recurrent tonsillitis can increase the risk of developing a peritonsillar abscess."
"Antibiotics are commonly prescribed to treat peritonsillar abscess."
