Which microorganism is the most common cause of peritonsillar abscess?
A. Epstein-Barr virus
B. Streptococcus pneumoniae
C. Mycoplasma
D. Grp A beta hemolytic streptococcus
ANS: D
Peritonsillar abscesses may occur at any age, although most cases involve adults. Many cases evolve as a complication of tonsillitis, but others develop as peritonsillar abscess without a history of tonsillitis. The condition involves infection of the peritonsillar space. A number of pathogens cause peritonsillar abscesses, although the most common cause is GABHS.
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