Kimura Disease: A Diagnostic Perplexity

Authors: Shrestha SD* and Arun KC

DOI: 10.23880/ooaj-16000259

Volume 8, Issue 1

Abstract

Introduction: Kimura disease (KD) is a rare condition of unknown etiology and pathogenesis. This is more common in young males of Asian descent. The most common clinical presentation is presence of unilateral subcutaneous mass in the head and neck region, especially in post-auricular area. We present a case of KD in 26- year- old Asian man who presented with subcutaneous mass behind both auricles. Case report: A 26- year- old man presented to ORL-HNS outpatient department of tertiary care centre with chief complaint of mass behind both ear for 5 months. Incisional biopsy was performed under local anesthesia. Histopathological examination report confirmed the case as KD. Patient was managed with intralesional triamcinolone injection. Conclusion: Kimura disease, though rare, should be considered in differential diagnosis of head and neck subcutaneous masses. A high-index of suspicion and tissue biopsy confirmation is essential to diagnose this condition.

Keywords: Bilateral; Kimura Disease; Post-Auricular Region

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