Quinsy is a complication of tonsillitis where an abscess forms behind the tonsils. Symptoms include severe throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and swollen neck glands. Treatment usually involves antibiotics, pain management, and in some cases, drainage of the abscess.

What is Quinsy?

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Updated: 6/9/2024

Quinsy is a form of bacterial infection of the tonsils, usually by streptococcal bacteria.

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What is quinsy throat?

This answer is taken from the nhs website: "http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Quinsy/Pages/Definition.aspx?url=Pages/What-is-it.aspx" Quinsy is an abscess between the back of the tonsil and the wall of the throat. It is also known as a peritonsillar abscess. It happens when infection spreads from a swollen tonsil to the area around it, usually during a severe case of tonsillitis. The symptoms of quinsy are similar to tonsillitis and include: * a worsening sore throat, usually on one side, * fever, * difficulty opening the mouth, * difficulty swallowing, * changes to your voice, * bad breath, * drooling rather than swallowing your own saliva, and * swelling of the face and neck. Quinsy is now rare because most people get effective treatment for tonsillitis early enough to prevent it. Quinsy may be suspected if you have a sore throat that gets a lot worse very quickly, or tonsillitis with more severe symptoms than normal. In most cases of quinsy, you will need to have a small operation in hospital, in order to drain the pus out of the abscess. Usually, the abscess that has formed is aspirated, which means that the pus is sucked out using a needle. However, in some cases, the abscess may be drained surgically by making an incision (cut) and draining the pus away. You will also need to take a course of antibiotics to prevent the infection spreading. In approximately 10-15% of cases of quinsy, the abscess will come back, usually within a year of the first occurrence. If this happens, you may need to have an operation to remove your tonsils (tonsillectomy).

What is the medical meaning of Quinsy?

Quinsy is an old-fashioned word for peritonsillar abscess.

What is another name for quinsy?

Peritonsillar Abscess

Quinsy is an inflammation of which part of the body?

Throat

Why is the cut of the quinsy area still hurts?

OBAMA

What president bled to death by inflammatory quinsy?

George washington

What illness did Harry Truman contract in July 1952?

He was announced to have quinsy.

Is quinsy caused by a bacteria?

Yes, quinsy is typically caused by a bacterial infection, most commonly by Streptococcus bacteria. This infection leads to the buildup of pus in the tonsils, resulting in severe inflammation and pain.

Can quinsy cause death?

No, it cannot. Just see your GP as soon as possible! =)

Did somebody assassinate George Washington and who?

no, he was not assassinated, he died of either acute epiglottitis or quinsy

Why would you be getting recurring attacks of quinsy?

You could get recurring attacks of quinsy for several reasons. Possibly due to a previous infection not being cleared. could be a case of the Weber glands functioning poorly. Perhaps there is an underlying problem with the immune .

What is Quincy throat?

Quinsy is an abscess between the back of the tonsil and the wall of the throat. It's also known as a peritonsillar abscess. It happens when infection spreads from a swollen tonsil to the area around it, usually during a severe case of tonsillitis. The symptoms of quinsy are similar to tonsillitis and include: * a worsening sore throat, usually on one side, * fever, * difficulty opening the mouth * difficulty swallowing * drooling rather than swallowing your own saliva and * swelling of the face and neck. Quinsy is now rare because most people get effective treatment for tonsillitis early enough to prevent it. Quincy may be suspected if you have a sore throat that gets a lot worse very quickly, or tonsillitis with more severe symptoms than normal. Quinsy is treated in hospital. The abscess that has formed has to be aspirated (the pus is sucked out) and antibiotics may be needed to prevent the infection spreading. An operation to remove the tonsils (tonsillectomy) may be recommended a few months after quinsy.

What are some diseases that start with Q?

Some diseases that start with the letter "Q" are: Q fever, Quinsy,and quintan fever.