Vulval tuberculosis

Area of Science:

• Gynecology
• Infectious Diseases
• Dermatology

Background:

• Tuberculosis (TB) of the external genitalia is an uncommon condition.
• Primary genital TB infections are particularly rare.
• Chronic vulval ulcers often require thorough diagnostic investigation.

Observation:

• A case of chronic tuberculous ulceration of the vulva is presented.
• The patient presented with persistent vulval ulceration.
• Venereal transmission was suspected but not definitively proven.

Findings:

• Antituberculosis chemotherapy led to complete healing of the vulval ulcer.
• Symptoms were rapidly relieved following treatment.
• Histopathological examination (biopsy) is essential for diagnosis.

Implications:

• This case underscores the importance of considering tuberculosis in the differential diagnosis of chronic genital ulcers.
• Effective treatment options exist for vulval tuberculosis.
• Biopsy remains a critical diagnostic tool for unexplained genital lesions.