Question

A 20-year-old man complains of severe sore throat and difficulty opening his mouth (trismus). Examination shows medial displacement of the tonsil. Which is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Quinsy (peritonsillar abscess)

Answer

Acute tonsillitis

Answer

Ludwig's angina

Answer

Otitis media

Answer

Retropharyngeal abscess

Practice question

A 20-year-old man complains of severe sore throat and difficulty opening his mouth (trismus). Examination shows medial displacement of the tonsil. Which is the most likely diagnosis?