Due to overlapping clinical symptoms, it may be difficult to distinguish between Hodgkin lymphoma and tuberculosis. Repeated investigations, especially biopsy and histopathological examination, may be helpful to establish a correct diagnosis. Herein, we present a case of Hodgkin's lymphoma misdiagnosed as tuberculosis so we always need evidence-based medicine in our medical life.
Abstract: Distinguishing between Hodgkin's Lymphoma and tuberculosis is challenging. A 23-year-old patient has been diagnosed with tuberculosis; based on clinical and radiological findings. After the therapy, her condition worsened. Cervical lymphadenopathy was detected. A biopsy was performed and the diagnosis was classical Hodgkin lymphoma. After the treatment, the patient improved significantly.
Keywords: B‐cell lymphoma; Hodgkin lymphoma; case report; cavitation; lymphadenopathy; misdiagnose; tuberculosis.
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