Downloads: 110 | Views: 219

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