Lemierre's syndrome is characterized by a septic inflammatory condition involving internal jugular veins and is frequently caused by an oropharyngeal infection. While it usually results in pulmonary embolization, this case demonstrates a rare but significant cerebral embolization. The case involves an 18-year-old woman who experienced left-sided neck swelling and difficulty swallowing five days after a tooth extraction, an uncommon trigger.
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