Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis with Seminal Vesicle Involvement in an Immunocompetent Patient

Abstract Extrapulmonary tuberculosis often presents diagnostic challenges due to its involvement in multiple organ systems. We report a case of a 54-year-old, immunocompetent man who presented with prolonged fever and a generalized seizure. Neuroimaging revealed ring-enhancing lesions suggestive of tuberculomas. Further evaluation demonstrated a seminal vesicle abscess and cervical lymphadenitis. Histopathology and microbiological analysis confirmed Tuberculosis. The patient was initiated on antitubercular therapy, along with anti-convulsants and steroids. This case highlights the importance of considering EPTB in patients with sterile pyuria, neurological symptoms, even in immunocompetent individuals without a pulmonary disease.

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Annals of African Medicine
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2026-07-28
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https://doi.org/10.4103/aam.aam_378_26
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Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
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Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis with Seminal Vesicle Involvement in an Immunocompetent Patient

Seethala Chittemsetti, Mohini Singh, S R Ramakrishnan, Padma Lahari Bayya
Annals of African Medicine
Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
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Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis with Seminal Vesicle Involvement in an Immunocompetent Patient

Seethala Chittemsetti, Mohini Singh, S R Ramakrishnan, Padma Lahari Bayya
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Abstract Extrapulmonary tuberculosis often presents diagnostic challenges due to its involvement in multiple organ systems. We report a case of a 54-year-old, immunocompetent man who presented with prolonged fever and a generalized seizure. Neuroimaging revealed ring-enhancing lesions suggestive of tuberculomas. Further evaluation demonstrated a seminal vesicle abscess and cervical lymphadenitis. Histopathology and microbiological analysis confirmed Tuberculosis. The patient was initiated on antitubercular therapy, along with anti-convulsants and steroids. This case highlights the importance of considering EPTB in patients with sterile pyuria, neurological symptoms, even in immunocompetent individuals without a pulmonary disease.

Annals of African Medicine
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (IN)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 7%
Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
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