Tuberculosis of the cervix remains a valid differential for cancer of the cervix: A case report
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https://doi.org/10.59692/jogeca.v33i5.465Keywords:
cervical cancer, cervical mass, cervical tuberculosis, tuberculosisAbstract
Background: Cervical cancer and tuberculosis remain significant health concerns, the former is associated with high levels of morbidity and mortality.
Case presentation: A 37-year-old nulliparous woman presented to the gynecological ward with a five-year history of intermittent per vaginal bleeding, post- coital bleeding, and intermenstrual bleeding associated with per vaginal discharge and
dyspareunia. She had a friable cervical mass on speculum examination, and cervical cancer was suspected. The patient was examined under anesthesia, and a biopsy of the mass was performed. Histological examination revealed cervical tuberculosis. The patient was started anti- tuberculosis therapy for six months and responded well.
Conclusion: Cervical tuberculosis should be considered as a differential diagnosis for cervical masses, as seen in this rare case of cervical tuberculosis that mimicked cervical cancer. A high index of suspicion is required for timely diagnosis and treatment.
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