The lone lymphoid surge in a child from India: A rare case of solitary lymphoid papillary hyperplasia of palatine tonsil
Abstract
Lymphoid papillary hyperplasia (LPH) is a rare, benign condition of palatine tonsils with its clinical presentation often mimicking a malignant tumour. Prior scientific literature predominantly reports on familial and bilateral cases. We report a case of LPH of the palatine tonsil in a 7-year-old Indian girl. This case was unique due to its isolated, unilateral presentation in early-childhood occurring in the absence of a family history of tonsillar disorder. Histopathology clinched the diagnosis and curative treatment with tonsillectomy was achieved.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Oropharyngeal Anatomy and Pathologies
Lymphadenopathy Diagnosis and Analysis
Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Otolaryngology Research
- Volume
- 8
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 17–20
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN