Tonsils Flashcards

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Q. Ptn presented with sore throat, what is the most specific sign that tell us the ptn has peritonsilar abscess?

A

Difficulty opening his mouth

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A. What are the key factors to diagnose pharyngitis?

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Fever > 104F* / tonsillar exudate / anterior cervical lymphadenopathy/ absence of cough / age < 15 years

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