Description
Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare (MAC) infection
is the most common cause of non-tuberculous cervical
lymphadenitis between the age of 1-5 years. If remain
untreated this can lead to deep neck abscess formation.
We report a case of 3-year-old girl who presented with
obstructive sleep apnoea secondary to cervical lymadenopathy
and parapheryngeal abscess. The clinical features, pathology
and differential diagnosis are discussed. Relevant literature is
discussed.
Diagnosis of MAC can be difficult due to variable
clinical presentation and the treatment may not be effective.
Early diagnosis is essential to prevent any serous
complications such as airway obstruction.
