Search your symptoms with MEDgle. You can check your symptoms. It is a medical symptom search allowing you find out what options make sense for you.
CLOSE
PATIENT GPS
patients
healthcare providers
how it works
about
login
edit search
new search
symptoms
diagnoses
physicians
drugs
procedures
close
symptoms
diagnoses
drugs
procedures
physicians
symptom duration
0-3 days
4-14 days
2 weeks-2 months
2-6 months
6 months +
add symptom to current symptom search
same as above
0-3 days
4-14 days
2 weeks-2 months
2-6 months
6 months +
add symptom to current symptom search
same as above
0-3 days
4-14 days
2 weeks-2 months
2-6 months
6 months +
add symptom to current symptom search
same as above
0-3 days
4-14 days
2 weeks-2 months
2-6 months
6 months +
gender
male
female
age
1-3
4-11
12-17
18-29
30-50
50+
age
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
calculate
visual
[hide visual search]
search visually
symptoms
|
diagnoses
|
drugs
|
procedures
|
physicians
search symptoms
•
Find causes for your symptoms
•
Discover relevant types of physicians
search diagnoses
•
Understand the details of a diagnosis
•
Learn about relevant tests and treatments
•
Find useful resources on the web
search drugs
•
Learn about different therapeutic drugs
•
Understand what they are used for
•
Know the potential options
search procedures
•
Learn about different diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
•
Understand what they are used for
•
Know the potential options
search physicians
•
Find physicians in your area
•
Understand what they do
•
Get the right help you need
reduced results from
215 B
34 M
4 M
485
454
to ~60 options
options split into images, definition, symptoms, related diagnoses, diagnostic tests, therapies, and medications
category
head and neck, infectious diseases
frequency
uncommon (U.S.)
likelihood by age
likelyhood by duration of symptoms
related physician types
family practitioner
internist
infectious disease specialist
head & neck surgery
postal code
Find Local
The results are computer generated suggestions to help you find a physician. MEDgle does not recommend any particular type of physician or claim to be complete or accurate in the providers and specialties suggested.
peritonsillar abscess - collection of pus adjacent to the tonsil
Definition for peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess, also called PTA or Quinsy, is a recognised complication of tonsillitis and consists of a collection of pus beside the tonsil (peritonsillar space).
some common symptoms
difficulty swallowing
fever
lymph nodes enlarged in neck
pain in neck
some related diagnoses
1 - 7 of
59
diagnoses
pharyngitis
streptococcal pharyngitis
acute lymphadenitis
infectious mononucleosis
Epstein-Barr virus
abscess
human immunodeficiency virus infections
more
do i have 'peritonsillar abscess'?
In addition the following diagnostic tests might be need to help verify the diagnosis:
diagnostic test search results for 'peritonsillar abscess'
1 - 5 of
16
diagnostic tests
Culture throat
peritonsillar abscess and Culture throat
mono spot
peritonsillar abscess and mono spot
Complete Blood Count
peritonsillar abscess and Complete Blood Count
Blood culture
peritonsillar abscess and Blood culture
Lateral neck soft tissue xrays
peritonsillar abscess and Lateral neck soft tissue xrays
Ultrasonography
Ultrasound
peritonsillar abscess and Ultrasonography
CT oral cavity
peritonsillar abscess and CT oral cavity
X-Ray of Neck Soft Tissue
peritonsillar abscess and X-Ray of Neck Soft Tissue
CT scan
peritonsillar abscess and CT scan
Complete metabolic panel
peritonsillar abscess and Complete metabolic panel
Needle aspiration
peritonsillar abscess and Needle aspiration
Culture for Group A Beta Hemolytic Streptococci
peritonsillar abscess and Culture for Group A Beta Hemolytic Streptococci
GABHS Rapid Antigen detection test
peritonsillar abscess and GABHS Rapid Antigen detection test
X-rays
peritonsillar abscess and X-rays
culture sensitivity of abscess material
peritonsillar abscess and culture sensitivity of abscess material
serum electrolytes
peritonsillar abscess and serum electrolytes
for more please login, login is free (click to login)
therapeutic procedures for 'peritonsillar abscess'?
Managing or treating a diseases should always be determined by a patients health care provider. Below is a list of associated therapeutic procedures or medications for peritonsillar abscess:
therapeutic procedure search results for 'peritonsillar abscess'
1 - 5 of
7
therapeutic procedures
rankings are computer generated. please consult your health care provider.
Tonsillectomy
Surgical removal of tonsils
peritonsillar abscess and Tonsillectomy
Needle aspiration
peritonsillar abscess and Needle aspiration
Surgical incision and drainage
peritonsillar abscess and Surgical incision and drainage
Surgical incision and drainage throat abscess
peritonsillar abscess and Surgical incision and drainage throat abscess
Incision and Drainage of Abscess
peritonsillar abscess and Incision and Drainage of Abscess
Incision and Drainage of Tonsillar Abscess
peritonsillar abscess and Incision and Drainage of Tonsillar Abscess
Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
peritonsillar abscess and Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
for more please login, login is free (click to login)
medications search results for 'peritonsillar abscess'
1 - 5 of
8
medications
rankings are computer generated. please consult your health care provider.
clindamycin
peritonsillar abscess and clindamycin
Metronidazole
peritonsillar abscess and Metronidazole
ampicillin and sulbactam
peritonsillar abscess and ampicillin and sulbactam
Nafcillin
peritonsillar abscess and Nafcillin
ancef
peritonsillar abscess and ancef
cefaclor
(a.k.a cefaclor, Ceclor)
peritonsillar abscess and cefaclor
cefotaxime
(a.k.a cefotaxime, Claforan)
peritonsillar abscess and cefotaxime
clindamycin
(a.k.a clindamycin, Cleocin HCl)
peritonsillar abscess and clindamycin
for more please login, login is free (click to login)
web search results for peritonsillar abscess
Web (All)
|
Treatment
|
Drugs
|
Tests
|
Research
|
Diet
Results
1 - 50
- peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess is a collection of infected material in the area around the tonsils. ... Quinsy; Abscess - peritonsillar. Treatment: ...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/000986trt.htm
adam.about.com
-
summary
Peritonsillar abscess - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Peritonsillar abscess, also called PTA or quinsy, is a recognised complication ... As the abscess develops, persistent pain in the peritonsillar area, fever, ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peritonsillar_abscess
en.wikipedia.org
-
summary
Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders ...
Peritonsillar abscess and cellulitis are acute pharyngeal infections most common ... Aspiration of pus differentiates abscess from cellulitis. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/print/sec08/ch090/ch090j.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess is a complication of tonsillitis. ... Peritonsillar abscess usually goes away with treatment, although the infection ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000986.htm
www.nlm.nih.gov
-
summary
What Is a Peritonsillar Abscess?s
A peritonsillar abscess forms in the tissues of the throat next to one of the tonsils. ... Peritonsillar abscess is relatively common in adults but rare in ...
http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/peritonsillar-abcess
www.webmd.com
-
summary
Peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess is a collection of infected material in the area ... Peritonsillar abscess is generally a disease of older children, adolescents, and ...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/infectiousdiseases/Peritonsillar-abscess.htm
adam.about.com
-
summary
Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders ...
Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis. Buy the Book. PDA Download. Update ... Peritonsillar abscess and cellulitis are acute pharyngeal infections most common ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec08/ch090/ch090j.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
PERITONSILLAR ABSCESS - Pedbase.org
PEDBASE.org - The Pediatric Database - Detailed information of PERITONSILLAR ABSCESS ... Pedbase.org. Powered by Database of Pediatrics- PERITONSILLAR ABSCESS ...
http://www.pedbase.org/p/peritonsillar-abscess
www.pedbase.org
-
summary
Diseases and Conditions Encyclopedia : Discovery Health
A peritonsillar abscess is a pocket of pus that forms in the space around the tonsils. ... Even people receiving antibiotics can develop a peritonsillar abscess. ...
http://health.discovery.com/encyclopedias/illnesses.html?article=2339
health.discovery.com
-
summary
Tonsillitis (and Adenoid Infection) Causes, Symptoms, Types, Diagnosis ...
Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis (mono), chronic tonsillitis, peritonsillar abscess, and hypertrophic ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/page2.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Tonsillar Cellulitis and Abscess: Throat Disorders: Merck Manual Home ...
If the bacteria grow unchecked, a collection of pus (abscess) may form. ... An abscess pushes the tonsil forward, ... Peritonsillar abscesses tend to recur. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/print/sec19/ch222/ch222b.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
Abscessed Tooth Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Abscessed Tooth glossary includes a list of Abscessed Tooth related ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/abscessed_tooth/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Tonsillitis
... Iz J K L-Ln Lo-Lz M-Mf Mg-Mz N O P-Pl Pm-Pz Q R S-Sh Si-Sp Sq-Sz ... Peritonsillar abscess or abscess in other parts of the throat. Pharyngitis - bacterial ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001043.htm
www.nlm.nih.gov
-
summary
Tonsillectomy - MayoClinic.com
Tonsillectomy ? Overview covers definition, risks, results of procedure ... abscess ? pocket of infection ? in the back of the throat (peritonsillar abscess) ...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/tonsillectomy/MY00132/METHOD=print
www.mayoclinic.com
-
summary
Intra-abdominal abscess
Intra-abdominal are infected pockets of fluid (collections of pus) that ... Peritonsillar Abscess - Peritonsillar Abscess Description - Peritonsillar A...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/000212trt.htm
adam.about.com
-
summary
Understanding Strep Throat -- the Basics
Get the basics on strep throat from the experts at WebMD. ... strep A, throat culture, sore throat, tonsillitis, peritonsillar abscess ...
http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/understanding-strep-throat-basics
www.webmd.com
-
summary
Tonsillar Cellulitis and Abscess: Throat Disorders: Merck Manual Home ...
... grow unchecked, a collection of pus (abscess) may form. ... An abscess pushes the tonsil forward, and the uvula (the small, ... Peritonsillar abscesses ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec19/ch222/ch222b.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
Boils Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Boils glossary includes a list of Boils related medical definitions and ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/boils/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Strep Throat - What Happens - Yahoo! Health
Symptoms of strep throat usually begin within 2 to 5 days after coming in ... an ear or sinus infection, or an abscess on the tonsils (peritonsillar abscess) ...
http://health.yahoo.com/infectiousdisease-causes/what-happen...
health.yahoo.com
-
summary
Health Information - MMCI
MMCI - Methodist Medical Center, methodist hospital, Illinois hospital, peoria hospital ... Peritonsillar abscess. Rheumatic fever. Glomerulonephritis. Scarlet fever ...
http://mmci2.adam.com/content.aspx?productId=101&pid=1&gid=000639
mmci2.adam.com
-
summary
Epidural abscess
An epidural abscess is an inflammation that includes a collection of infected ... Peritonsillar Abscess - Peritonsillar Abscess Description - Peritonsillar A...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/001416sym.htm
adam.about.com
-
summary
Understanding Strep Throat -- Symptoms
Get the basics on strep throat symptoms from the experts at WebMD. ... strep A, throat culture, sore throat, tonsillitis, peritonsillar abscess ...
http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/understanding-strep-throat...
www.webmd.com
-
summary
Root Canal Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Root Canal glossary includes a list of Root Canal related medical ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/root_canal/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Abscess
Abscess. Definition. An abscess is a localized collection of pus in any ... Peritonsillar abscess. Pyogenic liver abscess. Skin abscess. Spinal cord abscess ...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/infectiousdiseases/Abscess.htm
adam.about.com
-
summary
Adenoid Disorders: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders: Merck Manual Professional
Ear, Nose, Throat, and Dental Disorders. Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders. Eye Disorders ... Abscess· Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis· Retropharyngeal Abscess ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec08/ch090/ch090e.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
Index: AB: Merck Manual Professional
Cutaneous Abscess. Abscesses. Staphylococcal Infections: ... peritonsillar (quinsy) Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis. pharyngeal. Pharyngitis: Abscess ...
http://merck.com/mmpe/index/ind_ab.html
merck.com
-
summary
Death of Seurat | CDC EID
Peritonsillar abscess, also known as quinsy, is the most common deep infection ... Peritonsillar abscess is most common in persons 20 to 40 years of age (13) ...
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/EID/vol11no01/04-0269.htm
www.cdc.gov
-
summary
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Acute upper airway obstruction
An acute upper airway obstruction is a blockage of the upper airway, ... Peritonsillar abscess. Retropharyngeal abscess. Throat cancer. Tracheomalacia. Trauma ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000067.htm
www.nlm.nih.gov
-
summary
Sinus Surgery Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Sinus Surgery glossary includes a list of Sinus Surgery related medical ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/sinus_surgery/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Retropharyngeal Abscess: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders: Merck Manual ...
... Abscess· Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis·Retropharyngeal Abscess ... Previous: Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis. Next: Salivary Stones. Audio. Figures ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec08/ch090/ch090f.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
Tonsillopharyngitis: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders: Merck Manual ...
... suppurative complications (eg, peritonsillar abscess or cellulitis) and ... sleep disorder, recurrent peritonsillar abscess, and suspicion of cancer. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec08/ch090/ch090i.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
Tonsillitis-What Happens
Find out how ... If symptoms include sore throat, fever above 101F, and swollen ... pockets of infection outside the tonsils (peritonsillar abscess) ...
http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/tonsillitis-what-happens
www.webmd.com
-
summary
Strep throat: Complications - MayoClinic.com
Strep throat â?" Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes and ... collection of pus around the tonsils caused by infection (peritonsillar abscess) ...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/strep-throat/DS00260/DSECTION=complications
www.mayoclinic.com
-
summary
Parapharyngeal Abscess: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders: Merck Manual ...
... Abscess· Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis· Retropharyngeal Abscess ... Abscess swelling can compromise the airway. Posterior space abscess can erode ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec08/ch090/ch090k.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
Abscess - MedlinePlus
Includes definition, causes, and types of the disorder described as a localized collection of pus.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001353.htm
www.nlm.nih.gov
-
summary
Tonsillitis
Peritonsillar abscess. Abscess. Rheumatic fever. Heart disease ... Peritonsillar abscess or abscess in other parts of the throat. Pharyngitis - bacterial ...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/infectiousdiseases/Tonsillitis.htm
adam.about.com
-
summary
Hemorrhoids Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Hemorrhoids glossary includes a list of Hemorrhoids related medical ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/hemorrhoids/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Melioidosis Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Melioidosis glossary includes a list of Melioidosis related medical ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/melioidosis/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Submandibular Space Infection: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders: Merck ...
... Abscess· Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis· Retropharyngeal Abscess ... Although not a true abscess, it resembles one clinically and is treated similarly. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec08/ch090/ch090d.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
Epiglottitis Infection or Inflammation
Epiglottitis is a medical emergency that may result in death if not treated quickly. ... peritonsillar abscess), which is a pocket of pus behind the tonsils, it was ...
http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/epiglottitis-infection-inflammation
www.webmd.com
-
summary
Drooling
Some people with drooling problems are at increased risk of breathing saliva, ... Peritonsillar abscess. Retropharyngeal abscess. Strep throat. Tonsillitis ...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/Drooling.htm
adam.about.com
-
summary
Breast Lumps In Women Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Breast Lumps In Women glossary includes a list of Breast Lumps In Women ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/breast_lumps_in_women/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Epiglottitis: Oral and Pharyngeal Disorders: Merck Manual Professional
... Abscess· Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis· Retropharyngeal Abscess ... The tripod position may also occur with peritonsillar or retropharyngeal abscess. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec08/ch090/ch090l.html
www.merck.com
-
summary
St. Tammany Parish Hospital - ADAM Library - Drug Guide
Peritonsillar abscess is generally a disease of older children, adolescents, and ... Peritonsillar abscess usually goes away with treatment, although the infection ...
http://sttammany.adam.com/content.aspx?productId=105&pid=1&gid=000986
sttammany.adam.com
-
summary
Folliculitis Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Folliculitis glossary includes a list of Folliculitis related medical ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/folliculitis/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Search Results
Spinal Epidural Abscess: Spinal Cord Disorders: Merck Manual Professional. Peritonsillar Abscess and Cellulitis: Oral and Pharyngeal ...
http://www.merck.com/mrksearch/SearchServlet?lk=2&filtN=prof...
www.merck.com
-
summary
Tonsillectomy Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Tonsillectomy glossary includes a list of Tonsillectomy related medical ... A peritonsillar abscess is a persistent collection of pus behind the tonsils; and ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/tonsillectomy/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Pharyngitis
Pharyngitis is an inflammation of the pharynx that frequently results in a. ... Peritonsillar abscess or retropharyngeal abscess are possible. ...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/000655trt.htm?terms=persistent+sore+throat
adam.about.com
-
summary
antibiotic-anesthetic-steroid-rectal ointment Glossary of Terms with ...
antibiotic-anesthetic-steroid-rectal ointment glossary includes a list of antibiotic-anesthetic-steroid-rectal ointment ... A peritonsillar abscess is a ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/antibiotic-anesthetic-steroid-rec...
www.medicinenet.com
-
summary
Epiglottitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
... candidates are croup, peritonsillar abscess, and retropharyngeal abscess. ... tonsil: Tonsillitis · Adenoid hypertrophy · Peritonsillar abscess. Neck ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epiglottitis
en.wikipedia.org
-
summary
show more
1
2
faq/about
|
disclaimer
|
privacy policy
|
terms of service
|
browse
|
beta
|
contact
|
API - Catalyst
MEDgle does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Copyright 2006-2012, MEDgle Inc. All Rights Reserved. MEDgle is NOT affiliated with Google. Last Updated: Mar 14, 2012
This site complies to the
HONcode standard for trustworthy health
information:
verify here
.
Invited Sponsor for Communications Conference
Finalist -- search & reference
MEDgle has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Medical research