Sarcoidosis, systemic disease with an unknown cause, is often mistaken for tuberculosis (TB) in India. This article highlights the differences and similarities between sarcoidosis and TB. It also summarizes the methods of distinguishing sarcoidosis from TB with a distinct line of treatment. Introduction Sarcoidosis, a multisystem disorder of unknown etiology, affects people of all age groups and races.
Reports of several cases across India reveal that the disease may not be so rare as presumed. The resemblance of this disease to tuberculosis and the lack of awareness and diagnostic facilities has been proposed as a reason for the under-reporting of sarcoidosis cases in India. Sarcoidosis is a protean disease characterized by the development of non-caseating granulomas commonly affecting lymph nodes, skin, spleen, liver, and the uveo-parotid region. This disease exhibits remarkable…
