Tuberculosis (TB) primarily affects the lungs. However, TB-causing bacteria can lead to pus collecting in the tissues. This is known as an abscess. Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M. tuberculosis) is the ...
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, ...