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Efficient Isolation Protocol for B and T Lymphocytes from Human Palatine Tonsils

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Published on: November 16, 2015

Anisakiasis in Palatine Tonsil.

Eun Joo Cha¹, Jung Soo Kim, Sung Jae Heo

¹Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, Daegu, South Korea.

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Summary

Anisakiasis, a parasitic infection from raw fish, rarely affects tonsils. This case highlights a worm found in a patient

Area of Science:

Parasitology
Gastroenterology
Otolaryngology

Background:

Anisakiasis is a foodborne parasitic infection caused by Anisakis larvae, typically found in the stomach and intestines.
Tonsillar anisakiasis is an extremely rare presentation of this parasitic infection.

Observation:

A 54-year-old woman presented with a sore throat and foreign-body sensation after consuming raw fish.
Endoscopic examination revealed a wriggling worm beneath the mucosa of the right palatine tonsil.

Findings:

The worm was successfully removed and histologically confirmed as Anisakis, diagnosing tonsillar anisakiasis.
This case represents a rare instance of Anisakis larvae lodging in the palatine tonsils.

Implications:

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Tonsillar anisakiasis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of sore throat, especially in individuals with a history of raw fish consumption.
Early recognition and removal are crucial for managing this uncommon parasitic infection.