Presentation
Patient with HIV infection without antiretroviral therapy started with cough and fever.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Female
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Chest x-ray demonstrates a bilateral diffuse micronodular pattern.
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CT findings consist of innumerable, 1-3 mm diameter nodules randomly distributed throughout both lungs.
Case Discussion
Miliary TB refers to widespread dissemination of TB by hematogenous spread. It occurs in 2-6% of primary TB and also occurs somewhat more frequently in reactivation TB. In the latter situation, miliary TB may be seen in association with typical parenchymal changes or may be the only pulmonary abnormality.