Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology (Jan 2017)

Scrofuloderma: A rare cutaneous manifestation of tuberculosis

  • Anuradha Ganesan,
  • Gautham Kumar

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/jiaomr.jiaomr_33_17
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 29, no. 3
pp. 223 – 226

Abstract

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Scrofuloderma, cutaneous tuberculosis in the orofacial region, is rare and is often a confusing and challenging diagnosis for a dental physician. Here, we present a case report of a 7-year-old girl who had two ulcers in the right side of the face. Only with a proper history, general, and local examination and along with various investigative findings, the diagnosis was confirmed.

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