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Question 14: Peritonsillar AbscessQ: What is the most appropriate initial treatment for a peritonsillar abscess?%u2022 A) Oral antibiotics only%u2022 B) Incision and drainage%u2022 C) Tonsillectomy%u2022 D) ObservationAnswer: B) Incision and drainageExplanation: The initial treatment for a peritonsillar abscess typically involves incision and drainage to remove the purulent material. This is usually followed by antibiotics. Tonsillectomy may be considered for recurrent cases but is not the initial treatment.