This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Oropharynx, Subject name: ENT
Haemorrhage during tonsillectomy is usually from: 
Select and explain. 
A. Maxillary aery, B. Paratonsillar vein, C. Lingual aery, D. Middle meningeal aery
B: Paratonsillar vein
Answer: B: Paratonsillar vein 
Explanation: The most common site of haemorrhage following tonsillectomy is venous from external palatine vein i.e. the paratonsillar vein.