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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Endocrinology
  • Medical Case Reports

Background:

  • Thyroid storm is a life-threatening condition characterized by exaggerated hyperthyroidism symptoms.
  • Enlarging neck masses can present with diverse etiologies, requiring thorough diagnostic evaluation.

Observation:

  • A 20-year-old Somali woman presented with a tender, enlarging neck mass, weight loss, and tachycardia.
  • Initial clinical suspicion pointed towards thyroid storm due to the constellation of symptoms.

Findings:

  • Further investigations revealed suppurative thyroiditis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  • This diagnosis highlights an unusual presentation of extrapulmonary tuberculosis (TB).

Implications:

  • The case underscores the importance of considering tuberculosis in the differential diagnosis of neck masses, particularly in foreign-born individuals.
  • Early recognition and appropriate management of extrapulmonary TB are crucial for favorable patient outcomes.