Introduction: Extrapulmonary tuberculosis is rare even in endemic areas, and is dominated by lymph node involvement. Tonsillar tuberculosis is exceptional. The clinical examination and radiological explorations are non-specific.
Case Presentation: A 45-year-old woman presented with chronic odynophagia and otalgia. Examination revealed an enlarged left palatine tonsil with an irregular surface and a firm consistency. Radiologic exploration was not specific. The patient underwent a tonsillar biopsy. Histopathology was consistent with tuberculosis and the patient was put on antitubercular drugs.
Clinical Discussion: Tuberculosis is a global public health problem. Extrapulmonary tuberculosis is rare and mainly affects lymph nodes. Tonsillar tuberculosis is frequentely seen in individuals with immunodeficiency. Clinical features and imaging findings are non-specific. Diagnosis is based on histopathological and microbiological findings to rule out differential diagnoses especially cancer. Treatment is based on anti-tuberculosis drugs.
Conclusion: Our case illustrates a rare presentation of primary tuberculosis and highlights the importance of considering tuberculosis as a potential cause of tonsillitis.
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