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I have a peritonsillar abscess that ruptured. the tonsillitis that i experienced before the abscess developed is healed. no fever. significant swelling and pain reduction since the abscess drained. will antibiotics still be necessary to recover?

Q: i have a peritonsillar abscess that ruptured. the tonsillitis that i experienced before the abscess developed is healed. no fever. significant swelling and pain reduction since the abscess drained. will antibiotics still be necessary to recover?

: See a doctor for personal advice. In general abscess on the tonsil needs an in-person examination and antibiotics

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

See a doctor for personal advice. In general abscess on the tonsil needs an in-person examination and antibiotics

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/15/2021

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

It is imperative that you see a doctor. A tonsillar abscess, especially one under the tonsil is an indication for tonsillectomy.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 4/16/2021

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A member asked:

I have a peritonsillar abscess that ruptured. the tonsillitis that i experienced before the abscess developed is healed. no fever. significant swelling and pain reduction since the abscess drained. will antibiotics still be necessary to recover?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Richard Romano answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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