Emergency and effective surgical intervention to eliminate throat pain and swelling.
Peritonsillar abscess — is the accumulation of pus and swelling around the tonsils, on the lateral wall of the throat. This condition is accompanied by severe pain, difficulty swallowing, and sometimes breathing problems.

When is incision (drainage) required?

When purulent swelling and pain increase

In case of high fever and severe throat discomfort

When swallowing and speaking become difficult

When pus accumulation is detected, surgical intervention is essential

How is the surgery performed?

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia (sometimes sedation or general anesthesia may be needed).

The pus accumulated in the side wall of the throat is opened and drained through a small incision.

After complete drainage, a small drainage tube may be placed.

The procedure is short (about 10–20 minutes).

The patient feels immediate relief after the operation.

Benefits of the incision:

Immediate reduction of pain and swelling

Prevention of pus and infection spread

Easier swallowing and breathing

Overall health improvement

1. Is the incision painful?

Thanks to local anesthesia, there is no pain during the operation, and postoperative pain is minimal.

2. Can the abscess recur?

If antibiotic treatment is incomplete or the cause is not eliminated, the abscess may occasionally recur.

3. How does treatment continue?

Treatment continues with antibiotics, painkillers, and sometimes throat rinses.