Disseminated Tuberculosis Presenting with Scrofuloderma and Anterior Staphyloma in a Child in Sokoto, Nigeria

Ko, Isezuo; Jega, Ridwan M.; Garba, Bilkisu Ilah; Sani, Usman Muhammad; Waziri, Usman Muhammad; Okwuolise, Olubusola B.; Danzaki, Hassan M.

doi:10.4236/jtr.2020.83011

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“…Scrofuloderma, on the other hand, is unique in that our patient presented with asymptomatic swellings that persisted for months before becoming soft and ulcerating. This manifestation arises from infection and skin deterioration above a superficial tuberculous focus, typically affecting lymph nodes, particularly those in the cervical chain [ 10 ]. Despite the absence of systemic symptoms such as fever, weight loss, or chronic cough, which are often associated with active TB, the patient showed a positive Mantoux test and verified mycobacterial presence in the lesion discharge, supporting the diagnosis of cutaneous TB.…”

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A Case Report on Scrofuloderma: A Cutaneous Manifestation of Tuberculosis

Meghe,

Singh,

Bhatt

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Scrofuloderma, a manifestation of cutaneous tuberculosis, is a less common but clinically significant form of mycobacterial infection. It typically arises from the contiguous spread of Mycobacterium tuberculosis from an underlying infected lymph node or osseous structure to the adjacent skin. The condition manifests predominantly as chronic, granulomatous inflammation that leads to skin ulcers and abscesses. Despite its rarity, scrofuloderma presents substantial diagnostic challenges, primarily due to its nonspecific clinical presentation, which may mimic other dermatological conditions. This case report delineates the clinical journey of a patient with scrofuloderma who was attended to in a tertiary care setting. It emphasizes the diagnostic complexities encountered, underscored by a comprehensive discussion of the investigative modalities used to establish the diagnosis. This report elaborates on the therapeutic regimen taken, showcasing the effectiveness of a customized antituberculosis treatment plan.

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