TB Research

Sarcoidosis Versus Lymphoma: A Clinical Diagnostic Dilemma in a Patient With Extensive Lymphadenopathy

Ji B, Khatun N, Mostafidi E, Gupta R, McFarlane SI

Cureus · 2023-08

Abstract

Sarcoidosis is a granulomatous disease involving multiple organ systems. In its classic form, sarcoidosis is associated with non-caseating granuloma. Several differential diagnostic entities exist for sarcoidosis, including tuberculosis (TB), as well as lymphomas. In this report, we present a case of sarcoidosis in a 55-year-old male with diffuse lymphadenopathy and hepatosplenic involvement, highlighting the differential diagnostic point for this disease.