This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
Bezold abscess is seen in: September 2010 
Select and explain. 
A. Sternocleidomastoid Muscle, B. Sternohyoid muscle, C. Saorius muscle, D. Semimembranosus muscle
A: Sternocleidomastoid Muscle
Answer: A: Sternocleidomastoid Muscle 
Explanation: Ans. A: Sternocleidomastoid Muscle Bezold's abscess is an abscess in the sternocleidomastoid muscle where pus from a mastoiditis escapes into the sternocleidomastoid. It is a rare complication of acute otitis media.