PRIMARY TUBERCULOSIS OF THE TONSIL

Abstract

Primary tuberculosis of tonsil is a rare clinical entity. This entity is often misdiagnosed as its presentation mimicks malignancy. This case report describes a case of primary tuberculosis of tonsil which was simulating malignancy. There are certain clinical pointers which if kept in mind can hint towards the diagnosis of this disease. Treatment is medical with excellent cure rate.

Keywords: cervical lymphadenopathy, sore throat, tonsil, tuberculosis