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Hidden Intricacies: Pulmonary Tuberculosis – Unveiling Unilateral Masses and Enigmatic Chest Pain

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) can manifest with atypical presentations, complicating timely diagnosis. This case study details a 23-year-old tiles worker presenting with right-sided chest pain, occasional cough, and reduced appetite. Initial investigations, including X-ray and ultrasound, were unremarkable, while CT and CECT imaging revealed pleural-based soft tissue lesions with cystic changes. Despite negative early CBNAAT tests, a 24-hour CBNAAT conrmed TB, supported by FNAC ndings of caseating tuberculous inammation. This case underscores the importance of recognizing unconventional TB manifestations, particularly in endemic areas, to prevent diagnostic delays and improve patient outcomes.

Source: GLOBAL JOURNAL FOR RESEARCH ANALYSIS

DOI: 10.36106/gjra/8205895

Authors: Ch V S Preetham Chowdary, P Bhanu Sai Haneesha, Ch V Rohitha Chowdary

Language: English

Topic: Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4409185061

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