So, I have peritonsillar abscess, apparently. Which, if it gets too bad, you're unable to breath or eat/drink anything. So, I'm taking meds atm, but theres a possibility I might have to have surgery ;3; scary thought, indeed.
I'mma wiki this...
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Peritonsillar abscess, also called quinsy or abbreviated as PTA, is a recognised complication of tonsillitis and consists of a collection of pus beside the tonsil (peritonsillar space).
Causes;
PTA usually arises as a complication of an untreated or partially treated episode of acute tonsillitis. The infection, in these cases, spreads to the peritonsillar area (peritonsillitis). This region comprises loose connective tissue and is hence susceptible to formation of abscess. PTA can also occur de novo. Both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria can be causative. Commonly involved species include streptococci, staphylococci and hemophilus.
Symptoms and signs;
Unlike tonsillitis, which is more common in the pediatric age group, PTA has a more even age spread — from children to adults. Symptoms start appearing 2–8 days before the formation of abscess. Progressively worsening unilateral sore throat and pain during swallowing usually are the earliest symptoms. As the abscess develops, persistent pain in the peritonsillar area, fever, malaise, headache and a distortion of vowels informally known as "hot potato voice" may appear. Neck pain associated with tender, swollen lymph nodes, referred ear pain and halitosis are also common. Whilst these signs may be present in tonsillitis itself, a PTA should be specifically considered if there is limited ability to open the mouth (trismus).
Physical signs include redness and edema in the tonsillar area of the affected side and swelling of the jugulodigastric lymph nodes. The uvula may be displaced towards the unaffected side. Odynophagia (pain during swallowing), and ipsilateral earache also can occur.
Treatment;
Treatment is, as for all abscesses, through surgical incision and drainage of the pus, thereby relieving the pain of the pressed tissues. Antibiotics are also given to treat the infection. Internationally, the infection is frequently penicillin resistant and for this reason it is now common to treat with clindamycin[1]. Treatment can also be given while a patient is under anesthesia, but this is usually reserved for children or anxious patients.
Fun, yeah? *sigh*
I guess I shouldn't stress about it too much...It doesn't help much but make you worried XD
And, even cry a little bit...*is a crybaby* OTL
First time in awhile for posting in my world, and I post about the possibility of me having surgery...*shot*
So, I'm gonna mess around with my world, change the intro, and add a banner, and all that stuff. Like, make it seasonal, and all.
So, just warning ya, and all.
And all, and all, and all....*voice fades off*
Sorry, im bored...and i've been saying and all alot lately...
Did you know? I've had strep throat for a month, and I didn't even know it! I just thought it was a sinus infection that kept coming back!
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OOh, have you ever...seen the rain? Coming down, a sunnneeehh daaayyy *sings*
...ANYWAY
Have you ever read a book that doesn't have a very satisfying ending before? Like, it was an ending, sure, but not a very satisfying one, e.e
So, I decided to start posting in here again.
It's not like anyone looks at it, though <.< >.< >.>
Anyway, hi thar, everyone! Long time no post, right? :P
So, I really don't know what to post in here e.e
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Well, I started -another- challenge, right after my other one ended. XD
And, well, hello there 9/11 :o when did you come up? O.o
Lawl *slaps self mentally* sorry, I'm soooo tired atm
I wanna sleep, but my familys friends are staying over, and its their last night here. I wanna stay up with 'em e.e
I know, i haven't posted any art in FOREVER, but I'm using DA too. I haven't even really been on there in the last couple 'a days ethier, with all the being busy with the friends and other stuff and stuffz
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Soooo...
I'm thinking about making a new OC :o Maybe making a new challenge for it, but Alas, I have to wait until my wallpaper challenge ends. Which, people need to eennttteeeerrrrr
This is pretty long for not knowing what to post, right? lulz
Well, that's about it. Bai-bai, and Oyasumi!
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