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Analysis of 18FDG PET/CT Imaging as a Tool for Studying Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection and Treatment in Non-human Primates
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Lingual tuberculosis.

Kamran Naseem1, Muhammad Jawad Zafar, Mohammad Zafar Rabbani

  • 1Student, Shifa College of Medicine, Islamabad.

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Tuberculosis, a common disease, can present rarely on the tongue. This case report details a 36-year-old male with a tongue lesion and disseminated tuberculosis.

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Published on: September 5, 2017

Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant global health challenge, particularly prevalent in developing nations.
  • While TB commonly affects the lungs, extrapulmonary manifestations can occur.
  • Rare presentations of TB require careful documentation for improved diagnosis and management.

Observation:

  • A case report of a 36-year-old male presenting with a tuberculous lesion on the tongue.
  • The lesion manifested as a noticeable lump.
  • The patient was diagnosed with disseminated tuberculosis.

Findings:

  • Primary tuberculous lesions of the tongue are exceptionally rare.
  • This case highlights a unique and uncommon extrapulmonary manifestation of tuberculosis.
  • The presence of a tongue lesion in conjunction with disseminated disease underscores TB's diverse pathology.

Implications:

  • Increased awareness of rare TB presentations is crucial for clinicians, especially in high-burden areas.
  • Early recognition of unusual lesions can lead to prompt diagnosis and treatment, preventing disease progression.
  • Further case reports on rare TB manifestations can contribute to a better understanding of the disease's spectrum.