An abscess occurs when an infection causes a pocket of pus to develop. Abscesses can develop on the skin, in the mouth, or inside the body. Bacterial infections typically cause abscesses. Pus develops ...
Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways Peritonsillar abscess is a serious throat infection that causes pus to collect near the tonsils.Symptoms of peritonsillar abscess include fever, ...