True about quinsy is:
Quinsy is collection of pus outside the capsule (not in capsule) in peritonsillar area It is usually unilateral Patient presents with toxic symptoms due to septicemia as well as local symptoms (e.g. dribbling of saliva from mouth) Antibiotics: High-dose penicillin. (IV benzipenicillin) is the DOC. In patients allergic to penicillin, erythromycin is the DOC. If antibiotics fail to relieve the condition within 48 hours, then the abscess must be opened and drained.
Penicillin is used in treatment
Abscess is located in capsule
Commonly occurs bilaterally
Immediate tonsillectomy should be done