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Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports | Volume-2 | Issue-07
Scrofuloderma: Cutaneous tuberculosis. A case report
Sanjeev Kumar, Ravi Bhatia, S. S. Surana, S. K. Mehra, Ritu Bhatnagar
Published: July 28, 2014 | 134 92
DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2014.v02i07.002
Pages: 432-434
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Abstract
Scrofuloderma is a common type of cutaneous tuberculosis, which is characterized by a direct extension of the skin which overlies the infected lymph gland, bone or joint, that breaks down to form an undermined ulcer. This condition clinically mimics many other conditions like Actinomycosis, Sporotrichosis and Chromoblastomycosis. Scrofuloderma is caused by tubercle bacilli and common anti-tuberculous drugs are recommended for treatment.