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Lupus vulgaris is a form of cutaneous tuberculosis arising in individuals with a strong cell-mediated immunity against M. tuberculosis. It presents as a slowly expanding plaque containing multiple reddish-brown granulomatous dermal papules. As the plaque expands it causes local scarring and, in longstanding cases, extensive tissue damage.
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Lupus vulgaris is a form of cutaneous tuberculosis arising in individuals with a strong cell-mediated immunity against M. tuberculosis. It presents as a slowly expanding plaque containing multiple reddish-brown granulomatous dermal papules. As the plaque expands it causes local scarring and, in longstanding cases, extensive tissue damage. |
