International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

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Case Studies | Obstetrics and Gynecology | India | Volume 10 Issue 1, January 2021


A Case Report on Female Genital Tuberculosis in a Teenage Girl

Dr. Akanksha Singh [2] | Dr. Nithya R [2]


Abstract: Tuberculosis is an increasing public health concern world wide. It is one of the leading causes of infectious morbidity and mortality. The incidence of female genital tuberculosis, a type of extra-pulmonary tuberculosis is increasing in young women globally. Genital tuberculosis may be asymptomatic and require a high degree of suspicion and often goes undetected. It has a wide range of clinical presentation and may result in infertility. However, early detection and treatment may reduce the damage. Although it is a common presentation in women of reproductive age group, its occurrence in teenage girls is quite rare.


Keywords: tuberculosis, amenorrhoea, female genital tuberculosis


Edition: Volume 10 Issue 1, January 2021,


Pages: 108 - 109


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Dr. Akanksha Singh, Dr. Nithya R, "A Case Report on Female Genital Tuberculosis in a Teenage Girl", International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Volume 10 Issue 1, January 2021, pp. 108-109, https://www.ijsr.net/get_abstract.php?paper_id=SR21102133125

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