Abstract
Abstract
Background
Kimura disease (KD) is a rare chronic idiopathic condition of unknown etiology that is prevalent in Asian males. It often causes subcutaneous lumps and enlarged lymph nodes, especially in head and neck region. But KD is also a systemic disease that can involve multiple organs, such as the kidneys and skin.
Case presentation
We report a 62-year-old Chinese man who presented with paroxysmal cough, enlarged inguinal lymph nodes, recurrent skin itching, and elevated IgE antibodies specific to A. fumigatus. After a comprehensive review, the final diagnosis for this patient was KD with Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA).
Conclusions
The age of onset and the location of the lump involved were not characteristic for the illness. This case report described the patient’s diagnosis and treatment process. This case report serves to arouse the attention of multidisciplinary team to explore the potential relationship between KD and ABPA. It will contribute to preventing the misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis of KD.
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine,Immunology,Immunology and Allergy
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