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Myxomatous form of lupus vulgaris in ear: A rare presentation
C Chandrakala, Gurusami Karuvelan Tharini
Department of Dermatology, Government Villupuram Medical College Hospital, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, India
Correspondence Address:
C Chandrakala
Department of Dermatology, Government Villupuram Medical College Hospital, Mundiyambakkam, Villupuram - 605 601, Tamil Nadu
India
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DOI: 10.4103/CDR.CDR_18_18
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Lupus vulgaris is a postprimary, chronic form of cutaneous tuberculosis commonly seen over the extremities and gluteal region in Indian population. It is rarely seen over the ears. Lupus vulgaris occurring in the ear was described as “Turkey ear” in some articles. Lupus vulgaris occurring at the cartilaginous sites such as ears and nose lead to disfiguration. Early diagnosis of lupus vulgaris at these sites and initiation of antituberculous drugs will prevent the complications such as mutilation.
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