%0 Journal Article
%T An Unusual Presentation of Tuberculosis of the Nasopharynx
%A X. Y. Yeoh
%A K. C. Pua
%J Journal of Tuberculosis Research
%P 50-53
%@ 2329-8448
%D 2015
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/jtr.2015.32007
%X Background: Tuberculosis (TB) of the nose and nasopharynx are rare localizations for tuberculosis to manifest. Aim: We hope to present a case of tuberculosis of the nasopharynx and its rare presentation. Case presentation: This patient presented with a long standing history of headache and neck pain prior to being seen. Imaging showed a mass at the nasopharynx and a biopsy con-firmed tuberculosis. Patient was initiated on anti-tuberculosis therapy with improvement in her symptoms on follow up. Conclusion: A high index of suspicion is imperative for early diagnosis.
%K Tuberculosis
%K Nasopharynx
%K Cervical Spine
%K Pregnancy
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=57551