Retropharyngeal abscessFrom our partner site on chronic pain, ChronicPainConnection.com.
Surgical drainage of the abscess and high-dose intravenous antibiotics are used to treat the infection. The airway needs to be protected from becoming completely blocked by the swelling. Expectations (prognosis): Full recovery is expected following prompt treatment. Complications:
Calling your health care provider: Call your health care provider if you develop a high fever with severe throat pain. Breathing difficulty, intercostal retractions, and stridor indicate that an emergency situation is developing!
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