ACTINOMYCOSIS OF THE TONSILS IN A FEMALE PATIENT WITH MULTIPLE MYELOMA
Issue:
2
Year:
2017
The paper describes a rare case of actinomycosis of the tonsils in a female patient with multiple myeloma. Histological examination could establish a correct diagnosis and treat successfully.
Keywords:
hematology
otorhinolaryngology
actinomycosis of the tonsils
multiple myeloma
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