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Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Pulmonology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia (WM) is a rare lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma characterized by monoclonal IgM gammopathy.
  • Pulmonary involvement in WM is uncommon but can manifest as interstitial lung disease (ILD).

Observation:

  • A 44-year-old male presented with constitutional symptoms (fever, dizziness, headache), visual disturbances, cough, and dyspnea.
  • Physical examination revealed hepatosplenomegaly, and chest X-ray showed reticulonodular infiltrates.
  • Laboratory findings included monoclonal IgM gammopathy, confirmed by peripheral blood smear, bone marrow biopsy, and serum protein electrophoresis.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia.
  • Imaging studies (chest X-ray and CT scan) indicated pulmonary involvement consistent with interstitial lung disease.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering hematological malignancies in patients with unexplained respiratory symptoms and ILD.
  • Highlights the diverse clinical presentations of Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia, including extranodal manifestations like ILD.
  • Emphasizes the need for comprehensive diagnostic workup to identify rare complications and guide appropriate treatment strategies.