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  • Medical Microbiology
  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Tubercular mastitis is an uncommon extrapulmonary tuberculosis manifestation.
  • Frequently observed in multiparous, lactating women in developing nations.
  • Often misdiagnosed as breast carcinoma due to similar clinical presentations.

Observation:

  • A 31-year-old Indian female presented with a tender left breast mass, pain, swelling, and purulent discharge.
  • Initial assessments including mammography and fine-needle aspiration cytology suggested breast malignancy.
  • Repeated histopathological examination confirmed tubercular mastitis.

Findings:

  • Histopathology revealed granulomas with Langerhans giant cells and inflammatory cells.
  • Diagnosis of tubercular mastitis was confirmed through repeated histopathological examination.
  • The patient received surgical drainage and a 6-month anti-tubercular regimen.

Implications:

  • Highlights the diagnostic challenges of tubercular mastitis.
  • Emphasizes the importance of histopathology for accurate diagnosis.
  • Underscores the need for empirical anti-tubercular therapy in suspected cases.