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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Tuberculous cellulitis | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Infectious disease]], [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Skin lesions]], [[Erythema]], [[Swelling]], [[Pain]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic infection]], [[Scarring]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Mycobacterium tuberculosis]] | |||
| risks = [[Immunocompromised state]], [[HIV/AIDS]], [[Malnutrition]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Skin biopsy]], [[Culture (microbiology)|Culture]], [[Polymerase chain reaction|PCR]] | |||
| differential = [[Bacterial cellulitis]], [[Fungal infection]], [[Sarcoidosis]] | |||
| prevention = [[BCG vaccine]], [[Infection control]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antitubercular therapy]], [[Antibiotics]] | |||
| medication = [[Isoniazid]], [[Rifampicin]], [[Ethambutol]], [[Pyrazinamide]] | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Tuberculous cellulitis''' is a rare form of [[cutaneous tuberculosis]] that is caused by the [[Mycobacterium tuberculosis]] bacterium. This condition is characterized by the presence of [[skin lesions]] that are typically painful and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as [[fever]], [[weight loss]], and [[night sweats]]. | '''Tuberculous cellulitis''' is a rare form of [[cutaneous tuberculosis]] that is caused by the [[Mycobacterium tuberculosis]] bacterium. This condition is characterized by the presence of [[skin lesions]] that are typically painful and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as [[fever]], [[weight loss]], and [[night sweats]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Tuberculous cellulitis is caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This bacterium is typically transmitted through the air when a person with active [[tuberculosis]] coughs or sneezes. In rare cases, the bacterium can infect the skin and cause tuberculous cellulitis. | Tuberculous cellulitis is caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This bacterium is typically transmitted through the air when a person with active [[tuberculosis]] coughs or sneezes. In rare cases, the bacterium can infect the skin and cause tuberculous cellulitis. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of tuberculous cellulitis is the presence of skin lesions. These lesions are typically painful and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, weight loss, and night sweats. In some cases, the affected skin may also be swollen and red. | The primary symptom of tuberculous cellulitis is the presence of skin lesions. These lesions are typically painful and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, weight loss, and night sweats. In some cases, the affected skin may also be swollen and red. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of tuberculous cellulitis is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] of the affected skin may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. Other diagnostic tests may include a [[chest X-ray]] and a [[tuberculin skin test]]. | The diagnosis of tuberculous cellulitis is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] of the affected skin may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. Other diagnostic tests may include a [[chest X-ray]] and a [[tuberculin skin test]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for tuberculous cellulitis typically involves a combination of [[antibiotics]] to kill the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This treatment is typically long-term, often lasting for several months. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the affected skin. | The treatment for tuberculous cellulitis typically involves a combination of [[antibiotics]] to kill the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This treatment is typically long-term, often lasting for several months. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the affected skin. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Cutaneous tuberculosis]] | * [[Cutaneous tuberculosis]] | ||
* [[Mycobacterium tuberculosis]] | * [[Mycobacterium tuberculosis]] | ||
* [[Tuberculosis]] | * [[Tuberculosis]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Tuberculosis]] | [[Category:Tuberculosis]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:57, 4 April 2025
| Tuberculous cellulitis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Infectious disease, Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Skin lesions, Erythema, Swelling, Pain |
| Complications | Chronic infection, Scarring |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Mycobacterium tuberculosis |
| Risks | Immunocompromised state, HIV/AIDS, Malnutrition |
| Diagnosis | Skin biopsy, Culture, PCR |
| Differential diagnosis | Bacterial cellulitis, Fungal infection, Sarcoidosis |
| Prevention | BCG vaccine, Infection control |
| Treatment | Antitubercular therapy, Antibiotics |
| Medication | Isoniazid, Rifampicin, Ethambutol, Pyrazinamide |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Tuberculous cellulitis is a rare form of cutaneous tuberculosis that is caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This condition is characterized by the presence of skin lesions that are typically painful and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, weight loss, and night sweats.
Causes[edit]
Tuberculous cellulitis is caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This bacterium is typically transmitted through the air when a person with active tuberculosis coughs or sneezes. In rare cases, the bacterium can infect the skin and cause tuberculous cellulitis.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of tuberculous cellulitis is the presence of skin lesions. These lesions are typically painful and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, weight loss, and night sweats. In some cases, the affected skin may also be swollen and red.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of tuberculous cellulitis is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. In some cases, a biopsy of the affected skin may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. Other diagnostic tests may include a chest X-ray and a tuberculin skin test.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for tuberculous cellulitis typically involves a combination of antibiotics to kill the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This treatment is typically long-term, often lasting for several months. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the affected skin.
