Scrofuloderma: A Rare Case of Cutaneous Tuberculosis

Cutaneous Tuberculosis (TB), primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is a rare and clinically polymorphic disease, making diagnosis challenging. Diagnosis relies on epidemiological, clinical, and para-clinical evidence. Treatment with TB antibiotics typically yields excellent results, often retrospectively confirming the diagnosis. We report a case of scrofuloderma in a 33-year-old woman presenting with a painful, purulent nodule on her inter-scapular area. Initial misdiagnosis as a bacterial abscess delayed effective treatment. Following a confirmed diagnosis of scrofuloderma, anti-TB therapy led to significant clinical improvement, underscoring the importance of considering TB in persistent cutaneous lesions. Keywords: Cutaneous tuberculosis • Mycobacterium tuberculosis • Scrofuloderma • Anti-TB therapy