Lupus vulgaris of external nose--a case report

J Indian Med Assoc. 2013 Feb;111(2):130-1, 134.

Abstract

Lupus vulgaris is the most common morphological variant of cutaneous tuberculosis accounting for approximately 59% of cases of cutaneous tuberculosis in India. We present a case of lupus vulgaris of external nose diagnosed early and treated with CAT-3 RNTCP regimen for six months without any nasal deformity except for a small scar over the dorsum of the nose. Patient followed up for one year after completion of the prescribed regimen, there being no recurrence of the lesion.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Lupus Vulgaris / diagnosis*
  • Lupus Vulgaris / drug therapy
  • Male
  • Nose*