This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: JIPMER 2018, Subject name: ENT
In Peritonsillar abscess pain is referred to the ear by:- 
Select and explain. 
A. V Nerve, B. IX Nerve, C. X Nerve, D. VII Nerve
B: IX Nerve
Answer: B: IX Nerve 
Explanation: Peritonsillar Abscess: Collection of pus in the peritonsillar space which lies between the capsule of tonsil and the superior constrictor muscle. C/F: General- they are d/t septicemia and resemble any acute infection - Fever - Chills and rigor - General malaise - Body ache, headache - Nausea and constipation Local: - U/L severe pain in throat - Odynophagia - Muffled/ Hot potato voice - Foul breath - Ipsilateral earache d/t referred pain IXth cranial nerve which supplies both the tonsil and the ear. - Trismus