Coronavirus Disease 2019 with Comorbid Pulmonary Tuberculosis: A Case Report

Introduction: In December 2019, a new type of pneumonia named coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was reported in Wuhan, Hubei province, China. The present study aimed to report the case of a patient with COVID-19 and comorbid pulmonary tuberculosis, on which there have been no relevant reports hitherto. Case Presentation: The case was a 47-year-old female patient with COVID-19 positive pharyngeal swabs. She did not suffer from fever, coughs, or difficulties in breathing. The patient was diagnosed with COVID-19 and pulmonary tuberculosis based on her epidemiological history, routine blood test, imaging findings, and COVID-19 nucleic acid test results. It should be noted that contact and droplet precautions were implemented for this patient. The administrated treatments for her included antiviral, antituberculosis, and liver protection treatments. The patient did not complain about discomfort and her condition was stable. Conclusion: The COVID-19 and comorbid tuberculosis were suspected; however, epidemiological history, clinical presentation, laboratory tests, and imaging examinations must be combined to make a comprehensive diagnosis. Moreover, prompt quarantine and treatment measures should be implemented as well.