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I asked if this was plausible
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Chat reply:
Yes, it's plausible, though it would be an unusual and severe case. Here’s why:
1. Tonsillitis Complications – While tonsillitis itself is usually a mild infection, it can sometimes lead to serious complications, such as:
Peritonsillar abscess (Quinsy): A collection of pus near the tonsils that can cause swelling, difficulty swallowing, and severe pain. If untreated, it can spread.
Lemierre’s Syndrome: A rare but life-threatening infection where bacteria spread from the throat into the bloodstream, often leading to abscesses in the neck and sepsis.
Necrotizing Fasciitis: In very rare cases, bacterial infections can spread aggressively, destroying tissue and causing deep wounds.
2. Geographic Factor – In India and Thailand, bacterial infections (especially drug-resistant ones) are more common due to environmental factors, healthcare access issues, and high humidity, which can worsen infections.
3. Possible Explanation for the Wound – If Pamela's infection wasn’t treated in time, it could have led to:
An abscess bursting externally.
A surgical incision to drain an abscess.
Severe soft tissue infection causing skin necrosis.
If you’re writing a story, this scenario works, especially if Pamela delayed seeking treatment or had an underlying condition that worsened her infection.
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