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"Were-wolf" cutaneous tuberculosis.

Vikram K Mahajan1, Nand Lal Sharma, Ramesh Chander Sharma

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy, Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla, India.

International Journal of Leprosy and Other Mycobacterial Diseases : Official Organ of the International Leprosy Association
|March 10, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Lupus vulgaris, a rare form of cutaneous tuberculosis, presents with severe skin lesions. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent disfigurement from this "were-wolf" like condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Cutaneous tuberculosis (TB) incidence has declined in developed nations due to effective control measures and treatments.
  • Lupus vulgaris, a specific type of cutaneous TB, is now rarely observed in its severe, mutilating forms.

Observation:

  • This report details four cases of lupus vulgaris exhibiting severe, ulcerative, and mutilating skin lesions, colloquially termed "were-wolf" or "wolf eaten" due to their appearance.
  • These advanced presentations underscore the potential consequences of misdiagnosis, neglect, or delayed treatment.

Findings:

  • The study highlights the persistent risk of severe disfigurement associated with lupus vulgaris, even in settings with advanced healthcare.
  • Despite its rarity, the destructive potential of this cutaneous tuberculosis variant remains significant.

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Implications:

  • Emphasizes the critical need for heightened clinical suspicion and prompt diagnostic evaluation for cutaneous lesions suggestive of tuberculosis.
  • Underscores the importance of timely and effective treatment to mitigate severe morbidity and prevent permanent disfigurement.
  • Suggests that vigilance for lupus vulgaris is still warranted, particularly in cases presenting with atypical or severe ulcerative skin manifestations.