Bezold abscess is seen in: September 2010
**Core Concept**
Bezold abscess is a complication of a **peritonsillar abscess**, which is a collection of pus behind the **tonsils**. It occurs when the abscess ruptures through the **muscular wall of the pharynx**.
**Why the Correct Answer is Right**
The correct answer is related to the **peritonsillar abscess**, as Bezold abscess is a specific type of abscess that forms when the infection spreads from the **peritonsillar space** to the **neck**, resulting in a **deep neck abscess**.
**Why Each Wrong Option is Incorrect**
**Option A:** Not directly related to the formation of a Bezold abscess.
**Option B:** Incorrect, as it is not the typical location for a Bezold abscess.
**Option C:** Incorrect, as this option does not describe the correct location or context for a Bezold abscess.
**Clinical Pearl / High-Yield Fact**
Bezold abscess is a serious complication that can lead to **mediastinitis** or **sepsis** if not promptly treated.
**Correct Answer:** D. Peritonsillar abscess