It is a collection of pus (abscess) that develops between the tonsils and the throat and is normally caused by an infection of the tonsils (tonsillitis).
If the uvula (the tissue in the middle of mouth hole) has moved to the side or this has swollen, please see your Medical Doctor on the same day, if not possible please go to hospital
You’re typically contagious one to two days before symptoms develop and may remain contagious until your symptoms go away. If you or your child is diagnosed with bacterial quinsy, you’re usually not contagious when your fever is gone and you have been on antibiotics for 24 hours.
If the uvula (the tissue in the middle of mouth hole) has moved to the side or this has swollen, please see your Medical Doctor on the same day, if not possible please go to hospital
Detailed Information
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