Case report highlights localized amyloidosis in a patient, indicating the need for careful diagnostic evaluation.
Amyloidosis of the head and neck is often associated with systemic involvement. However, this report describes a rare presentation of localized amyloidosis involving both the tongue and cervical lymph nodes in a patient without systemic disease. It highlights the importance of a thorough workup in differentiating amyloidosis from metastatic malignancy.
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