Angioimmunoblastic T Cell Lymphoma Complicated by Cirrhosis Decompensation

A 55-year-old male with a history of hepatitis B was hospitalized for persistent cough, fever, rash, and abdominal bloating. Despite treatment for suspected respiratory infection with multiple antibiotics, his symptoms worsened. Lymph node biopsy showed no abnormalities. After taking traditional Chinese medicine, he developed a rash, pruritus, and ascites, and ultrasound indicated liver cirrhosis. He had lost 15 kg during the course of his illness. However, the patient was diagnosed with Angioimmunoblastic T Cell Lymphoma (AITL) after the second lymph node biopsy.