# Dextrocardia With Relapsing Cough in Newly Diagnosed Tuberculosis: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A rare case of dextrocardia combined with tuberculosis is reported, emphasizing the importance of testing for TB in chronic cough cases.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in highlighting an incidental TB diagnosis in a dextrocardia patient and stressing TB testing in chronic cough cases.

## Key findings

- Dextrocardia can be associated with relapsing cough and tuberculosis.
- Testing for tuberculosis in chronic cough cases is crucial for timely treatment.
- Early diagnosis helps in antimicrobial stewardship and saves lives in low- and middle-income countries.

## Abstract

Dextrocardia is one of the rarest cardiopulmonary conditions worldwide and has physical health complications such as a risk of repeated upper respiratory tract infections. Our study highlights the incidental diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis in a patient not previously known to have dextrocardia and highlights the need for testing for tuberculosis in a case of chronic cough, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Prompt testing also contributes to adequate antimicrobial stewardship and saves lives.