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Peritonsillar abscess in an infant.

S Zohar1, A Golz, S Abraham

  • 1Otolaryngology Unit, Rebecca Sieff Government Hospital, Safed, Israel.

International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|September 1, 1988
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Quinsy, or peritonsillar abscess, is rare in infants. This case highlights diagnostic challenges in a 7-month-old, emphasizing risks of insufficient antibiotic therapy.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Otolaryngology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Quinsy (peritonsillar abscess) is a common condition in adults.
  • It is infrequently diagnosed in pediatric populations, particularly infants.

Observation:

  • A case of peritonsillar abscess in a 7-month-old infant is presented.
  • The clinical presentation was atypical, complicating diagnosis due to the patient's young age.

Findings:

  • Diagnosis of peritonsillar abscess in infants can be challenging due to uncharacteristic symptoms.
  • Inadequate antibiotic treatment poses significant risks.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering peritonsillar abscess in infants with relevant symptoms, even if atypical.

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  • Underscores the need for appropriate and complete antibiotic courses to prevent complications.