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Multisite cutaneous tuberculosis in an immunocompetent patient – A mysterious presentation of yet common disease

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Cutaneous form of tuberculosis depicts a rare entity despite high occurrence of pulmonary tuberculosis. We report a case of cutaneous tuberculosis in a 24 years immunocompetent female who presented with multiple subcutaneous lesions over acral parts with discharging pus since past 6 months. The diagnosis was microbiologically confirmed by acid-fast bacilli (AFB) stain, AFB culture, and molecular testing for tuberculosis. The patient showed good response to antitubercular therapy with no relapse. Patient being dog rescuer, highlights the possibility of transmission of tuberculosis from dogs, and generates a new area of research.

Source: Indian Journal of Medical Sciences

DOI: 10.25259/ijms_121_2024

Authors: Hena Butta, Jatin Ahuja, Leena Mendiratta, Raman Sardana

Institution: Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals

Language: English

Topic: Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4402283606